Musical heritage: Wolfgang Schreiber's declaration of love to Magdeburg

Musical heritage: Wolfgang Schreiber's declaration of love to Magdeburg

Wolfgang Schreiber, a 91-year-old passionate songwriter from Magdeburg, has created a significant cultural treasure with his self-bound issues. Over 50 songs are documented in these booklets that are dedicated to his hometown. These texts are not just simple songs, but rather a musical portrait that reflects the story, people and the beauty of Magdeburg.

a homage to the hometown

The creative creation of Wolfgang Schreiber is deeply rooted in his homeland. His songs tell of personal memories and impressions that he has collected over the years. In particular, the Salbke district, in which he grew up, is always there in his texts. "Magdeburg offers an infinite amount of inspiration," he says and describes how every line of his songs is an expression of his love for the city.

The search for musical support

In order to further develop his lyrical works, Schreiber is currently looking for a composer who sets his texts to music. Although he has already found melodies that are based on well -known songs, he now wants to create individual compositions. "I very much hope to find someone who helps me," he explains. So far he has already given some performances in old people's and nursing homes to share his works with others.

Technology meets tradition

To support its musical ambitions, the folk voice chose an innovative approach: a lyrics Schreiners, "Power burch is my paris!" This modern method could serve to maintain and spread its music and at the same time to introduce younger generations to his works. There are already various AI generated music versions of the song, including dance punk and reggae.

cultural heritage and community commitment

The meaning of Schreiber's songs for the community should not be underestimated. At a time when older people are often pushed out of the public, his songs testify to a strong emotional connection to the city and to the people who live there. Even at the age of 91 he stays active, visits old people's homes and keeps readings to pass on his stories and promote cultural dialogue. These experiences have continued to inspire him to form new texts.

Wolfgang Schreiber's commitment to the culture of his city is an impressive example of how creative forms of expression can strengthen the sense of community and preserve the cultural heritage. His work is not only a declaration of love for Magdeburg, but also an invitation to discover and appreciate your own roots.