Swedish sounds for St. John's Day: Bengan Janson Trio in Hetzdorf!
Experience a free concert by the Bengan Janson Trio for St. John's Day on June 15th in Hetzdorf, Uckermark!

Swedish sounds for St. John's Day: Bengan Janson Trio in Hetzdorf!
On Sunday, June 15th, the residents of Hetzdorf in the Uckermark can expect a musical highlight: as part of the popular concert seriesVillage.Church.SoundsThe Bengan Janson Trio, considered one of Sweden's most famous folk music families, will perform. This event begins at 4 p.m. and features a musical program designed to encourage celebrations of the upcoming Midsummer festival. The Northern Courier reports that the musicians will transport the listeners into the festive mood of Sweden with accordion, two violins and singing.
The concert is held on a Sunday in June for good reason: it is an early St. John's Day festival, which is an important tradition in Sweden. On June 20th, five days after the concert, the actual Midsummer festival is celebrated - the second largest festival of the year in Sweden after Christmas. During this time, people celebrate with various customs, such as setting up the Midsummer pole and wearing self-made flower wreaths. SwedenRundreise.de states that this festival is often associated with nature worship and has no religious roots. Instead, many of the customs are traced back to pagan rituals.
Relaxed in the rose garden
After enjoying the music, visitors are cordially invited to end the afternoon in the idyllic rose garden of the Hetzdorf parsonage. This green oasis, maintained by a dedicated community team, offers numerous types of roses, a perfect opportunity to exchange ideas with friends and neighbors and enjoy the special ambience. Light refreshments will also be provided, as stated in the report Uecker-Randow.info is mentioned.
There is no admission fee for the concert, but a voluntary donation is requested in order to be able to continue to organize such special events. A wonderful opportunity to not only enjoy Swedish music, but also to strengthen community and immerse yourself in the culture of Midsummer Festival.
Respect for traditions
In Sweden, Midsummer Festival is a time when numerous traditions are celebrated. There is a lot of emphasis on local customs and most shops and restaurants are closed on the day of the festival. The culinary highlights of the festival typically include herring, dill potatoes and, as a sweet finish, strawberries with cream - tasty delicacies that cannot be missed. This tradition of celebration extends across Sweden, with each region having its own peculiarities.
With the upcoming concert in Hetzdorf, the local community will not only get a musical treat, but also the opportunity to immerse themselves deeply in Swedish culture. Anyone interested should definitely not miss the event on June 15th!