Tea dance and choir singing: A cheerful day in the Giessen Hardthof!

Tea dance and choir singing: A cheerful day in the Giessen Hardthof!

On June 25, 2025, the Unteren Hardthof gallery in Gießen will be transformed into a lively meeting place for music lovers. Under the motto “A journey to happiness”, the Avanti Dilettanti choir invites you to a rousing experience Tea dance with choir singing a. In summer temperatures of over 32 degrees, guests can look forward to well-known melodies from hits and rock'n'roll. The opening is celebrated with the swing piece “Hey Mr. Miller”, and under the direction of Claudia Jirka, the choir with support from Flannery Ryan ensures the best atmosphere.

The musical program offers a colorful mix of hits such as “Lollipop”, “Que Sera” and the Elvis classic “Can’t help falling in love”. Anja Engelke and Christopher Ryan move the audience with their duet of “I’ll be there” and the talented Dieter Eißel surprises with an instrumental piece on the harmonica. The crowning conclusion is timeless songs like “Weekend and Sunshine” and “My Little Green Cactus”.

Choral singing as a cultural support

Choirs are not just entertainment venues, they also play a key role in German musical culture. According to that Association of German Concert Choirs They promote musical understanding and strengthen community and cultural identity.

With over five million singers in Germany, choral singing is a widespread passion that is cultivated in churches, schools and even companies. Scientific studies prove the positive effects of singing on well-being; it reduces stress and increases happiness. The most recent example is the “Glückschor”, which emerged from an experiment in Cologne-Nippes and rehearses weekly.

The community in focus

At events like the dance tea in Giessen, where numerous listeners come together over coffee, cool drinks and home-baked cake, you can clearly feel the social component of choral singing. Unfortunately, the planned dance was canceled due to the heat, but the guests' good mood remained unbroken. This shows once again that choirs not only bring musicians together, but also create a space for community.

Whether in festive occasions like today or in weekly rehearsals - choral singing has a permanent place in people's hearts. From its roots in medieval singing to modern choral concerts today, the long-term tradition is secured by the support of the VDKC, which organizes workshops, festivals and competitions, thus promoting exchange between artists.

In Gießen it becomes clear once again how the power of music brings people together and brings joy into life. So if you're looking for a little moment of happiness, this dance tea could be just the thing for you!