Claudia Starke: Honorary Member and Ambassador of Choral Singing!

Claudia Starke: Honorary Member and Ambassador of Choral Singing!

What's new from the world of choirs in Baden-Württemberg? On May 18, 2025, the Association Day of the Baden Choir Association (BCV) took place in Ettlingen, an important event for all lovers of choral singing. Long -time President Josef Offele returned to the association after 19 years and handed over the scepter to his successor Hans Jürgen Pütsch. This handover was recognized by none other than the former Federal President Christian Wulff in a moving speech.

Wulff emphasized the role of choirs in society. "Choirs have to work for democracy and fight against social hatred," he appealed to those present. He recalled the Holocaust-surviving Margot Friedländer and the vital importance of empathy, which is encouraged by choral singing. With regard to Offele's merits, Wulff praised the outgoing president for his future -oriented work and the strength he had proven during the challenging corona period. Offele was awarded the Federal Cross of Merit for his services and appointed honorary president of the BCV.

The honor of Claudia Starke

One of the first official acts of Hans Jürgen Pütsch was the appointment of new honorary members, among whom Claudia Stark is also represented. She looks back on an impressive career, which she shaped from 2012 to 2024 as chair of the Mosbach choir association. Her function as a press officer and her active role in the Presidium of the BCV should not be underestimated. Strong has developed an irreplaceable place in choral singing and in the musical community over the years.

As the BCV itself emphasizes, choirs are not only an integral part of German music culture, but they also contribute significantly to the development of individual and community identity. The Association of German concert choirs (vdkc) supports choir Events and further training, which promotes the artistic quality and strengthens the exchange within the choir community.

variety in choral singing

The advantages of choral singing are clear: it not only improves musical skills, but also strengthens social contacts and promotes creative expressiveness. Choirs are important social networks that strengthen the sense of community. During pandemic, many choirs used digital media such as streaming services and social networks to make their music accessible to a broad audience. Workshops and advanced training are organized to give choral ladders and singers the opportunity to expand their skills and learn from each other.

Choral singing undoubtedly has a long tradition in Germany: from medieval monastery chants to modern concerts, it shapes our musical culture. Events such as the BCV Association Day are not only celebrations, but also platforms that make it possible to underline and develop the importance of choirs in our society again and again.

Overall, it turns out that the choral singing in Baden-Württemberg is alive and multifaceted. The future of choral singing is secured with personalities such as Claudia Starke and the support of associations such as BCV and the VDKC. If that is nothing hot!