To mark its 100th anniversary, the history of one of Germany’s best-known and globally celebrated men’s choirs is now being documented in the book “From Mainz to the World: 100 Years of the Mainzer Hofsänger”—published by Nünnerich-Asmus Verlag. Founded on Carnival Sunday in 1926, the Mainzer Hofsänger have shaped German choral music for decades and enjoyed international success—from television appearances in the 1950s, with which they captivated the nation’s living rooms, to performances in renowned concert halls. 

Even today, they continue to delight audiences around the world—and not just during Mainz Carnival. Yet the idea of compiling this anniversary book was initially just a pipe dream, because when the editorial team first came together, the choir didn’t even have its own archive. Much of the material was stored in boxes, kept only provisionally. But while sifting through this collection, true treasures from the Hofsänger’s long history were discovered: photographs and original documents, record covers, and awards that shed light on the background of the choir’s founding and offer insights into the soul of the Mainzer Hofsänger. 

The Mainzer Hofsänger will now offer a brief glimpse behind the scenes and into the story behind the creation of this anniversary volume on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Scientific City Library (Reading Room, Rheinallee 3B, 55116 Mainz), in collaboration with Nünnerich-Asmus Verlag and in the presence of Ata Delbasteh, Head of the Department of Culture.

Admission is free; donations are welcome. No registration is required.