Singing Familiar Melodies: Remembering and Feeling Good Together in Dießen

Familiar Melodies Bring Memories and Closeness

On Friday, October 23, 2026, the COMU Carl Orff Museum in Dießen invites people with dementia and their relatives to a meaningful musical afternoon. Singing familiar songs together creates memories, encounters, and a protected communal experience.

Singing Together and Awakening Memories

Well-known melodies provide a familiar access and invite participants to bring their own memories to life. The offering is aimed at people with dementia and their relatives and combines music, social participation, and a relaxed atmosphere. No prior musical knowledge is required.

Music Therapeutic Support at COMU

The course is led by Margarete Joswig, pianist, singer, and music therapist. Her professional experience combines musical design with an age-appropriate and empathetic framework. The focus is on joy in singing, personal closeness, and shared experiences.

Coffee, Cake, and Good Conversations

Afterward, the afternoon concludes with coffee and cake. Relatives and participants find space for personal conversations and new contacts. This calm encounter strengthens well-being and makes the event a senior-friendly community experience.

Important Information for Participation

The event takes place from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the COMU Carl Orff Museum, Ziegelstadel 1 in Dießen. Registration is required by October 16, 2026, via email at info@orff.de or by phone at 08807 9474310. The participation fee is 5 euros per person.

Conclusion: An Afternoon Full of Familiar Sounds

Singing Familiar Melodies offers people with dementia and their relatives a mindful space for music, memories, and social participation. Those who want to sing together, spend pleasant hours, and engage in conversation over coffee and cake will experience a soothing afternoon in community at the COMU Carl Orff Museum.

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Sources:

• Dießen Event Calendar – Singing Familiar Melodies
• Carl Orff Foundation – Events in COMU
• Community Dießen – Event Calendar