Bläserphilharmonie Forchheim impresses with 97.2 points in Ulm!

Bläserphilharmonie Forchheim impresses with 97.2 points in Ulm!

The German Music Festival opened its doors for the seventh time and attracted music lovers from all over Germany from May 29th to June 1st, 2025. This year it was particularly exciting because the festival took place for the first time in the cities of Ulm and Neu-Ulm, which created a very special atmosphere. The Bläserphilharmonie Forchheim-Buckenhofen was there and celebrated an impressive success in its 52-year history.

With an impressive 97.2 out of 100 possible points, the orchestra scored in the highest level category 5 in the competition and was pleased to receive the rating “participated with outstanding success”. In the almost 30-minute performance in the Seehalle Pfuhl, a district of Neu-Ulm, both “Twin Ports Overture” by Marc Camphouse and “Give Us This Day” by David Maslanka were played. The event was judged by a three-person jury who recognized the high level of performances.

Festive setting and number of participants

The music festival attracted a considerable number of participants, with around 21,500 participants from a total of 445 clubs and formations. The atmosphere was great: around 3,000 brass band fans came together to enjoy the performances and celebrate the results. As part of the festival, which has the motto “Music builds bridges!” There were over 500 events such as gala concerts and competitions. The organizers, the Federal Association of German Music Associations, created a wide-ranging program that had something for every musical taste.

It was a special highlight for the music clubs from the Forchheim district. In addition to the Bläserphilharmonie, the music clubs from Heroldsbach and Neunkirchen am Brand also took part in the big festival. The four days were characterized by rehearsals, performances and exchanges with like-minded people from all over Germany.

Finished with a great overall game

The crowning conclusion of the festival was an impressive overall performance in which around 6,000 brass players, drummers and pipers played together on Münsterplatz. A large parade also created a good atmosphere and showed the diversity and joy of brass music. The “Sound Bridges” project offered emotional and visual highlights and was a special experience for all visitors. The light and sound installation that floated over the Danube was very well received and set a special accent on the festive season.

In the brass music scene, the German Music Festival is a highly valued place for exchange and further development. The BDMV brass music department is regularly involved in musical coordination and the organization of competitions and competitions in order to continually maintain the level of brass music in Germany. Further information can be found on the BDMV website.

For the Bläserphilharmonie Forchheim, this event was not only a renewed confirmation of their high musical quality, but also an unforgettable experience within the music community. If you would like to find out more about the event or are interested in taking part next time, you will find everything you need to know at deutsches-musikfest.de or on the side of the BDMV.

Once again it becomes clear: In Forchheim and beyond, the passion for brass music is more alive than ever!