Blog
Categories
© Tirol Werbung / Rodler Ilvy
Food & Drink
© Bert Heinzelmeier
People
© Tirol Werbung / Aichner Bernhard
Arts & Culture
© Tirol Werbung / Moore Casey
Recommendations
© Tirol Werbung / Herbig Hans
Family
© Tirol Werbung / Schwarz Jens
Bits & Pieces
© Tirol Werbung / Neusser Peter
Sports
Jagdhausalmen Alpine Pastures, Defereggen, East Tirol, Austria, Europe
Specials

Playlist: Top 7 Christmas Carols from Tirol

Updated on 07.12.2020 in Arts & Culture

Titelbild_Kathrein_Musig

Sleepy shepherds, reflective yodelling and, of course, the classic "Silent Night, Holy Night" are among our seven favourite Christmas carols from Tirol. We have recorded each and every one to bring a little alpine atmosphere to your living room. Feel free to sing along!

1. „Gott grüaß enk Leutln allesamt“

„Anklöpfler“ have a long tradition in the Lower Inn Valley. On the three Thursdays before Christmas these groups of male singers go from house to house dressed as shepherds singing Christmas carols for the local population. One of the most popular songs in their repertoire is „Gott grüaß enk Leutln allesamt“. In 2011 this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.

 

 

2. „Wo sein denn heint die Schafersbuam?“

Shepherds also feature in this cheery Christmas carol. It tells the story of three shepherds, Steffl, Veitl and Riapl-Klaus, who would rather sleep than tend to their flocks. All of a sudden, the trio are woken from their sleep by the dazzling light of the angels appearing in the sky. Whether or not this vision has anything to do with the „brandy“ drunk by the three men the night before, is not clear.

 

 

3. „Geh Hansl, pack die Binggei zsamm“

This carol, like many of the genre, describes the Holy Family’s journey to Bethlehem. It includes an amusing reference to Hansl, a shepherd boy, whose slowness delays the departure of Mary and Joseph. It is one of the classic advent carols sung by folk music groups in Tirol, Salzburg and Bavaria.

 

 

4. „Andachtsjodler“

Christmas is about spending time with the family and reflecting on the important things in life. The „Andachtsjodler“ warms the soul and proves that yodelling is not all about thigh-slapping and lederhosen but can , in fact, be quiet and reflective. The same words and melody are also sung under a range of different names such as „Mettenjodler“, „Rauhnachtjodler“ or „Jodlerandacht“. The song was first documented at Midnight Mass in the South Tirolean town of Sterzing/Vipiteno in the year 1830.

 

 

5. „Es wird scho glei dumpa“

„Dumper“ is an old Austrian word for „dark“. The title literally means „It will be getting dark soon“ and was written by the priest Anton Reidinger in 1884. It tells of how the Baby Jesus cries in the manger while a song is sung to make him sleep. Parts of the melody can be traced all the way back to the 17th century.

 

 

6. „Wer klopfet an?“

This 19th century song tells of Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to stay. The verses form a conversation between several innkeepers and the couple, who have no money to pay for a room. This carol is more relevant than ever in today’s age, when many react in a hostile way to those in need.

 

 

7. „Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht“

Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht is without a doubt the most famous Christmas carol in the world. It has been traslated into countless languages, including English („Silent Night, Holy Night“) and gives hope to millions of people around the globe each Christmas. It was composed in 1818 by Joseph Mohr and Franz Xaver Gruber in Salzburg, though it only became famous after travelling groups of singers from the Zillertal Valley carried it out into the world.

 

 

These and many more advent and Christmas carols can be downloaded here together with the notes from the homepage of the Tirolean Music Association.

Folk music groups in Tirol

 

 

Kathrein Musig: This group takes its name from its members: Kathrin, Katrin, Reinhard and Werner. This quartet from the Tirolean Unterland have been making music together for 15 years.

 

Mayr G‘song: Father Oswald and his three children, Michael, Gabi und Marina, perform regularly as part of the local brass band in Söll, which has been led by Oswald Mayr for almost 50 years.

 

D’Stommtischsänger: Lukas, Christian, Florian and Josef have shared their love of music with each other for almost 10 years. The name of their group refers to the „Stammtisch“, a tradition in the German-speaking world where friends get together regularly in their favourite pub to chat, laugh and put the world to rights.

 

Recordings: Ralf Leitner/Manu Stix

Location: Stoffelhäusl St. Gertraudi

Having worked overseas for years, Klaus Brunner returned home to explore Tirol with his camera and microphone in tow. Home is where the heart is.

Last article from Klaus
Summer solstice fires in Tirol
Updated on 10.06.2024 in Arts & Culture
Summer solstice fires in Tirol
4 min reading time
Pension-Ladestatthof-Heubett-Header
Updated on 12.02.2024 in Recommendations
8 Amazing Romantic Getaways in Tirol
5 min reading time
TirolWerbung_930127
Updated on 22.01.2024 in Recommendations
5 Ski Resorts Easily Accessible by Train
3 min reading time
Dolomiten Hut in East Tirol. Photo by TVB Osttirol
, © TVB Osttirol, Zlöbl
Updated on 08.01.2024 in Recommendations
Five Unforgettable Places to Stay
3 min reading time
the-best-beers-in-tirol
Updated on 24.04.2023 in Food & Drink
The Top Beers from Tirol
14 min reading time
A wonderfully crispy dessert from Tirol that is fun to make at home: “Strauben”
Updated on 27.05.2021 in Food & Drink
“Strauben”: The Original Recipe to Try at Home
3 min reading time
Apfelradln_1_klein
Updated on 06.04.2021 in Food & Drink
"Apfelradln": Enjoy the Taste of Tirol at Home
3 min reading time
Updated on 19.03.2021 in Recommendations
Ten Virtual Museums and Guided Tours in Tirol
5 min reading time
TW Berufe Mayrhofen  – Penken Harakiri Die steilste Piste Öster
Updated on 14.01.2021 in People
Making Corduroy: The Ski Groomer on Harakiri Run
4 min reading time
Stams_Stamser Alm
Updated on 16.11.2020 in Food & Drink
Superfood from Tirol: “Graukäse” and “Zieger”
5 min reading time
Herrlich
Updated on 02.07.2020 in Food & Drink
Buchteln: A Sweet Treat from Tirol
4 min reading time
Innsbruck, Nordkette
Updated on 28.05.2020 in Arts & Culture
Climb Every Mountain: Summit Crosses in Tirol
3 min reading time
1
Updated on 02.03.2020 in Recommendations
Ask a Local: Fieberbrunn
5 min reading time
Flugrettung_3
Updated on 13.11.2019 in People
The Reutte Helicopter Rescue Team
5 min reading time
_DSF1999_klein
Updated on 07.11.2019 in Food & Drink
Wine from Tirol: when vines begin to climb
6 min reading time
Christine Silberberger from Auffach – the Wildschönau native truly loves her home region.
Updated on 06.10.2019 in Recommendations
Ask a Local: Wildschönau
5 min reading time
Oberried Climbing Area in Ötztal Valley. Photo Credit: Tirol Werbung
Updated on 18.06.2019 in Sports
Five Rock Climbing Areas for All Ages
3 min reading time
A scenic mountain walk coupled with indulgent gastronomic experiences: Burgeralm. PHOTO CREDIT: FRANK BAUER
Updated on 16.04.2019 in Food & Drink
Burgeralm: A Haven for Cheese Lovers
4 min reading time
DJ Gerhard Schmiderer at the Mooserwirt Après Ski Bar in St Anton.
Updated on 12.02.2019 in People
The DJ at the Mother of all Après Ski Bars
5 min reading time
Gasthof Gemse in Zams
Updated on 14.12.2018 in Bits & Pieces
Five Cozy Fine-Dining Gems in Tirol
3 min reading time
Exterior view with Jesuit Church | Photo Credits: Günther Egger
Updated on 11.12.2018 in Arts & Culture
The “House of Music” in Innsbruck
4 min reading time
Wörgl, Bahnhof, Abfahrtsanzeige
Updated on 12.09.2018 in Recommendations
Bike carriage with public transport in Tirol
6 min reading time
Westendorf, Hinterwindau, Käsealm Straubing
Updated on 25.04.2018 in Sports
eMTB Riding Tips & Techniques for Beginners
3 min reading time
Ask a local: Innsbruck
27.03.2024 in Recommendations
Ask a Local: Innsbruck
4 min reading time
tirol werbung-hofgarten-blanchard-9787
09.06.2023 in People
The Keepers of the Salvenkirchlein Church
5 min reading time
All articles from Klaus
No comments available
Write comment

Keep reading

Go up

Is your inbox in need of a holiday?

Then subscribe to our weekly newsletter full of exclusive holiday tips from Tirol!