Programme:
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Friday 15th May:
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Saturday 16th May:
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Sunday 17th May:
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Participants:
Hubert & Brigitte (Germany)
The duo from the Palatinate plays with obvious joy in music. Hubert and Brigitte Schlabbers travel to festivals and club events with two fine-sounding organs, often with a folk or nostalgic repertoire. Their trademark is a balanced mix of tradition and cheerful spontaneity: hits from the 1930s to the 1950s, well-known waltzes and march melodies, but also current titles that the audience immediately recognises. Both have been active on the scene for years and regularly play their instruments – some of which they have modified themselves – at barrel organ meetings in Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland. Music to smile and sing along to.
Robin de Korte (Netherlands)
Growing up in Leiden, Robin de Korte discovered his passion for barrel organs as a child. Today, he is committed to historical instruments as well as lively street music: from classic hits to modern pop songs, he gets audiences of all ages humming along. He also takes care of large instruments. An impressive organ he owns was recently expertly restored in England. Musically, Robin stays close to his audience: catchy, melodic and always with a twinkle in his eye.
Herbert Göttel (Germany)
Born on 20 October 1942 in Kindsbach/Pfalz, Herbert Göttel combines craftsmanship with a broad repertoire. After decades of playing the MIDI harmonica (Watterott) – with his own arrangements in the style of the 1920s and 1940s – he switched to the Raffin barrel organ (20/31) around 2000, followed in 2005 by a 20/78 concert organ, whose MIDI control he installed himself. Technically skilled, he relies on radio synchronisation and alternating arrangements for two organs. For over two decades, he shaped the Linz Barrel Organ Festival, organised ten ‘barrel organ serenades’ with up to ten organs in Landstuhl, and more than ten church concerts. Today, he mainly plays in retirement homes – with around 2,500 titles ranging from folk songs to ballads, some with his own painted picture
Sjefke Krul (Netherlands)
Krul Draaiorgels is a household name in the Netherlands: from rentals to construction – and at the heart of it all is Sjef(ke) Krul, who continues the tradition as a family business. Whether at a town festival, market or private celebration, the colourful organs and characteristic Krul sound create a nostalgic atmosphere with a powerful pull. Online, you can get an insight into the fleet, workshop and repertoire; at the same time, the brand stands for low-threshold, audience-friendly performances – exactly the mix that keeps Dutch barrel organ culture so alive. For festival stages, this means lively evergreens, danceable rhythms and lots of interaction with the audience.
Sylvie & Pierre Rubod (France)
Between collector's passion and concert practice: Sylvie and Pierre Rubod continue the French tradition from Limonaire to Raffin. In addition to exhibitions of historical phonographs, they play two very different instruments: a delicate 27/29-note pneumatic organ (Claude Gerbet) for intimacy and dialogue – and a 31-note Raffin concert organ with multiple registers for sacred spaces and open-air stages. In videos and club appearances, they showcase colourful sound combinations from the bourdon doux to the violon register – combining technical expertise with warm-hearted moderation. Ideal for festival audiences who want to discover new timbres.
Majda Marinsek (Slovenien)
Majda Marinšek is one of the few active barrel organ players in Slovenia. Her performances combine lovingly restored instruments with traditional Slovenian song artistry and French chanson. At festivals in Austria, Germany and Croatia, she is known for her friendly demeanour and the clear tone balance of her 27-note instrument. She particularly values contact with her audience: children are often allowed to turn the crank themselves while Majda explains how the interplay of air, wood and music comes about. She is thus exemplary of a new generation of European players who combine mechanics and emotion
Michelle & Pierre-Yves (Brittany)
Under the name Tournezick, Michelle and Pierre-Yves from Brittany spread good cheer along the Côte de Granit Rose. Their repertoire is dedicated to the great French chanson tradition, with a focus on Georges Brassens, Barbara and Brel. For over ten years, they have been touring French villages and international festivals with their organ, delighting audiences with their warm vocals and charming stage presence. Their style is simple, authentic and full of humour – a melodious piece of Brittany that brings the magic of the road to every audience.
Christine & Jean-Pierre Massaud (France)
Bernard and Marie Milcendeau come from western France and bring French joie de vivre to every stage with their barrel organ. Their repertoire ranges from musette and chanson to folk melodies and film music. Bernard takes care of the technical aspects and tuning of the organ with precision craftsmanship, while Marie wins over the audience with her singing and charm. Together, they create an intimate atmosphere reminiscent of Parisian street music. Their performances are cheerful, humorous and always accompanied by smiles – music that connects people and awakens memories.
Antoine & Annick Duperray (France)
Antoine and Annick Duperray have been performing as a charming married couple duo for many years, bringing classical French music, musette waltzes and film melodies to streets and festivals with their organ. With colourful costumes and a richly decorated organ, they spread a nostalgic flair reminiscent of Parisian boulevards. Their performances are characterised by humour and audience interaction, often accompanied by little stories about the pieces they play. This makes them one of those French artists who keep the craft of the ‘tourneur de manivelle’ alive – an invitation to resonate and dream.
Monika & Karl-Heintz (Germany)
The German duo Monika and Karl-Heinz are known for their joy of playing and clear sound aesthetics. With their 31-note Raffin organ, they interpret both well-known folk tunes and newly arranged pop hits. At city festivals and charity events, they create a cheerful atmosphere with a touch of nostalgia. Their joint presentations are particularly popular, as they charmingly guide the audience through the programme and tell background stories about the songs. Their organ is often lovingly decorated – small figures, lights and rotating movements add extra magic to their performances.
Marie & Bernard Milcendeau (France)
Bernard and Marie Milcendeau come from western France and bring French joie de vivre to every stage with their barrel organ. Their repertoire ranges from musette and chanson to folk melodies and film music. Bernard takes care of the technical aspects and tuning of the organ with precision craftsmanship, while Marie wins over the audience with her singing and charm. Together they create an intimate atmosphere reminiscent of Parisian street music. Their performances are cheerful, humorous and always accompanied by smiles – music that connects people and awakens memories.
Christian Dietzel-Decker (Germany)
As a passionate barrel organ player, Christian Dietzel-Decker is bringing the tradition of street music back to Salzgitter-Bad in both audible and visible form. Whether in the rose garden, at charity and hospice concerts or at city festivals: with well-known melodies, classic couplets and requested pieces, he invites everyone to hum along.
Passionate about barrel organs, Christian Dietzel-Decker is reviving the tradition of street music in Salzgitter-Bad. Whether in the rose garden, at charity and hospice concerts or at city festivals, he invites the audience to hum along with him to well-known melodies, classic couplets and requested pieces.
As a passionate barrel organ player, Christian Dietzel-Decker is bringing the tradition of street music back to Salzgitter-Bad in both audible and visible form. Whether in the rose garden, at charity and hospice concerts or at city festivals: with well-known melodies, classic couplets and requested pieces, he invites everyone to hum along.
le Turletain (France)
Gérard Dabonot – Le Turlutain (Sommerviller, France) Artisan and passionate designer of mechanical musical instruments. In his workshop ‘Le Turlutain’ in Sommerviller (Meurthe-et-Moselle), Gérard Dabonot has been making barrel organs, cylinder organs and card organs as well as artistically crafted musical automata for many years. With great precision, he combines traditional craftsmanship and modern technology – from finely engraved cardboard boxes and laser cutting to musical mechanisms developed entirely by himself.
His instruments are characterised by their pure sound, robust mechanics and lovingly crafted design. Gérard Dabonot is represented at numerous festivals and is known for his humorous, detailed presentations that bring music and mechanics to life.
Peter Suchantke (Germany)
Since the late 1990s, Peter Suchantke from Darmstadt has been shaping the polyphonic barrel organ scene. Together with Sabine Thoma, he founded the ‘Darmstadt Barrel Organ Orchestra’, which plays polyphonically with three or more coordinated instruments – from Smetana to Strauss, from film themes to pop. Concerts in churches and open-air venues showcase the band's range: 450 pipes, register changes and precise arrangements. In more recent projects, the two have sometimes performed as the ‘Rockin' Street-Organ Band’ – a crossover that also appeals to younger audiences. Engagements at exhibitions and charity events underscore the band's cultural roots in the Rhine-Main region.
Joëlle Cazasnoves & husband (France)
The southern French duo Cazasnoves delights audiences with its combination of music, humour and stagecraft. Their organ, lovingly decorated with figures and lighting elements, becomes a small travelling stage. Joëlle charmingly guides the audience through the programme, while her husband provides the subtle nuances in the sound. The two regularly perform at festivals and in old town streets, where they play French classics and popular melodies. Their motto: ‘La joie tourne à la manivelle’ – joy turns the crank. An invitation to smile, dance and dream along with them.
Bernd & Kerstin Rudolf (Germany)
Since 2010, Bernd and Kerstin Rudolf have been standing behind their barrel organ together, bringing music to people with great passion. As active members of the Berlin Barrel Organ Association, they perform at numerous events.
Kerstin accompanies the music with singing and invites the audience to sing along – song lyrics are distributed so that everyone can enjoy making music together. Their performances combine warmth, humour and traditional barrel organ artistry in a special way.
Pol Binsfeld (Luxembourg)
Pol Binsfeld is a fixture on the barrel organ scene in Luxembourg. His performances combine craftsmanship, humour and love for his homeland. With his colourful organ, he travels to festivals, markets and cultural events throughout the country – often accompanied by traditional costumes and typical Luxembourgish melodies. Pol knows how to appeal to young and old alike, and brings the ancient craft of the ‘organistes de rue’ to life. His closeness to his audience, his friendly manner and his wide repertoire make him an ambassador for mechanical music in Luxembourg.
Dirk Möller & Christiane Bebensee (Germany)
Dirk Möller and Christiane Bebensee have been delighting audiences for many years as a charming barrel organ duo from Germany. With passion and a flair for melodies, they bring traditional and cheerful tunes to life.
Their performances combine music and interaction – with a repertoire that invites young and old alike to sway and sing along. Wherever their organ is heard, it creates a nostalgic fairground atmosphere and a genuine zest for life.
dë Spillmann (Luxembourg)
The Spillmann is a Luxembourgish figure somewhere between legend and reality – a barrel organ player with steampunk overtones, accompanied by his faithful dog Lilo and his monkey Poli. His organ is not just an instrument, but a time machine: in stories, comics and on stage, the Spillmann takes children and adults on musical journeys through the past and the realm of fantasy. He represents the connection between technology, emotion and storytelling – the heart of street music in poetic form. Whether as a character, musician or symbol, the Spillmann embodies the wonder that every barrel organ awakens.
Olivier Roui (France)
Olivier Rouy is a passionate singer and barrel organ player. For many years, he has enjoyed participating in numerous mechanical music festivals throughout France, including in Oingt, Guilherand-Granges, Wintzenheim, Roquemaure en Comtat, Estoublon, Le Cheylard, Chanaz, Allevard and Dijon.
With his organ and his voice, he brings a touch of French joie de vivre to every place he performs. Until now, he has only been heard in France – but his music knows no boundaries.