Pension Volkmann

The singer and guitarist Peter Butschke (born March 25, 1950, in Berlin) and guitarist Reinhard Sonnenburg-Buchholz (September 21, 1953 - February 1, 2007) developed their own unique style. Butschke sang with a sonorous voice, while Sonnenberg-Buchholz deployed a substantial musical skill. Their often socially-critical lyrics were written by Werner Karma. Their relatively open criticism of the government in East Germany contributed to their popularity.[1]

Both musicians studied at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin and together released three albums. However, after reunification, they did not continue to achieve significant success, largely for personal reasons. After a long interruption, they only performed at occasional concerts on a small scale. Today, Peter Butschke is still active as a musician and continues to perform as the Volkmann with "Micha" Herrmann (bass guitar), Jan Haasler (guitar) and Frank Gohlke (percussion).[1]

• 1. "From the festival program Volkmann". Google translation Retrieved 2016-5-4

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• Website of Volkmann