Glad you found your way to us. Since 1988, the Verlag der Spielleute has offered a diverse range of books and recordings devoted entirely to traditional folk music and folk dancing. Our focus is on instructional books and sheet music collections for bagpipes, hurdy gurdy, accordion, nyckelharpa, Jew’s harp and many other instruments. Our music publishing house offers not only specialized literature for drone music but also dance instructions for European folk dances.
New releases
Our triad
The Spielleute publishing house stands for a special combination of three musical worlds: Early music, drone music and traditional music. Each of these pillars is an indispensable part of our publishing house and characterizes our range.
Early music
Historical sounds and melodies that transport us back in time form the cornerstone. From medieval dances to Renaissance masterpieces – we attach great importance to providing authentic sheet music and practice-oriented materials that keep the spirit of past centuries alive.
Drone music
At the heart of our work is our fascination with drone instruments such as the bagpipes and hurdy-gurdy. The warm, resonant sounds create a unique musical atmosphere that is indispensable for both solo players and ensembles. Whether it’s playing instructions, sheet music or inspiration for new pieces – drone music is at home with us.
Traditional music
With both feet rooted in living culture, we promote melodies and dances that have been passed down for generations. Whether folk music from the region or international traditions, here you will find everything you need to experience this rich diversity and pass it on yourself.
Best Seller
Specialist publisher for drone and traditional music
As a specialist publisher of drone music, we are proud to be part of the traditional folk music community and aim to inspire and support with our publications. Having arrived in the present, we are expanding our focus to include the entire pan-European traditional music culture.
If you have any questions or need advice, we are of course at your disposal. Our goal is to pave your way to folk music, to promote the traditional music culture and to give you always new impulses.
Best regards
Verlag der Spielleute
Available again
Cooperation partner
Associazione Scuola di Musica Popolare di Forlimpopoli
For decades, the Associazione Scuola di Musica Popolare di Forlimpopoli has been dedicated to keeping folk music alive in Italy. Through its classes and projects, it bridges regional […]
Burg Fürsteneck
Fürsteneck Castle is one of the key venues for folk music, traditional music and further education in the German-speaking world. For many years, the seminars held there have […]
Dudelsack Akademie
The Bagpipe Academy is dedicated to providing comprehensive training in bagpipe music, playing technique and repertoire. It is a place where technical precision, musical practice and a passion […]
Eric Sahlström Institutet
El Instituto Eric Sahlström de Suecia es uno de los centros más importantes del mundo dedicados a la nyckelharpa. El instituto, que lleva el nombre de Eric Sahlström, […]
Escola Provincial de Gaitas
The Escola Provincial de Gaitas embodies the strong Galician bagpipe tradition and its promotion. Through training, ensemble work and the preservation of cultural heritage, it serves as a […]
Lifelong Learning Programme
The European Union’s Lifelong Learning Programme supported cross-border educational projects and new forms of cultural exchange. In the field of music in particular, this led to the creation […]
Schola Cantorum Basiliensis
The Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Basel is one of the world’s most prestigious institutions for early music. Research, historical performance practice and artistic training have shaped its international […]