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Musikkapelle von Montuïri
Montuïri, Spanientraditional · classical · folk
The Musikkapelle von Montuïri – in Catalan, Banda de Música de Montuïri – is the musical heart of the small municipality of Montuïri in central Mallorca. The ensemble cultivates a traditional wind-band repertoire and is an integral part of the town's cultural life. It plays a particularly prominent role during the Feast of Sant Bartomeu, one of Mallorca's most spectacular folk festivals, held every August in Montuïri. There, the musicians accompany the legendary Cossiers – traditional Mallorcan dancers whose performances trace back over 400 years. The band combines traditional Mallorcan festive music with concert repertoire, representing a living form of regional musical heritage. Specific details regarding its founding year, membership numbers or discography are not available.
Musikkapelle von Montuïri live in Mallorca
Friday, 7 August 2026
Frequently asked questions about Musikkapelle von Montuïri
What kind of music does the Musikkapelle von Montuïri play?
The ensemble plays traditional wind-band and Mallorcan festive music, most notably accompanying the Cossiers dancers at the Feast of Sant Bartomeu.
Where does the Musikkapelle von Montuïri come from?
They hail from Montuïri, a small hilltop municipality in the heart of Mallorca, approximately 30 kilometres from Palma.
At which events does the band perform?
A central occasion is the annual Feast of Sant Bartomeu every August in Montuïri, one of the island's most traditional and colourful folk festivals.