Frühjahrskonzert der Musikkapelle Marling

The Marling Spring Concert

The Frühjahrskonzert der Musikkapelle Marling is the annual concert with which the Marling/Marlengo brass band (Musikkapelle) inaugurates the spring season. The event is held in the village's Vereinshaus on Innerhoferstraße and stands as one of the most cherished cultural highlights for the community in the Burgraviato area, just outside Merano, in the Autonomous Province of Bolzano (South Tyrol).

A Community Tradition

As is the case in most South Tyrolean villages, the Musikkapelle is an institution deeply rooted in local life: it accompanies processions, religious and civil holidays, the Feast of Saint Cecilia, and Saint Florian celebrations. The spring concert, however, is the moment when the band presents itself to the public in a purely concert setting, featuring a program carefully prepared throughout the winter months.

Direction and Program

The band is led by Kapellmeister Hannes Schrötter, while the evening is hosted by Veronika Wetzel. Each edition revolves around a theme that unifies the program, ranging from transcriptions of major symphonic and cinematic scores to original compositions for brass bands and arrangements of popular music hits. The varied and accessible repertoire is designed for a wide audience, from music enthusiasts to families.

Admission and Information

The concert is free of charge. In the days leading up to the event, it is usually possible to reserve seats through the Marling tourist office. The evening traditionally takes place on a Saturday.

Marling and the Merano Area

Situated on a sunny natural terrace above the Merano basin, nestled between vineyards and apple orchards, the village of Marling is a popular destination for South Tyrolean tourism, also famous for its scenic walking paths. Attending the band's spring concert is a wonderful opportunity to experience the community life and musical culture that define the villages of South Tyrol.