Styrian ball on 10.01.

The Stoakogler perform at the Vienna Hofburg

The "Stoanis" return to the Styrian Ball after 14 years.

(Bild: Verein der Steirer/Ludwig Schedl)

In just under two weeks, the 125th Styrian Ball will take place. From the Stoakogler to the Koglhofer Plattlermädls and regional folk music groups: The "Krone" provides an overview of the musical program.

It will soon be that time again: the Vienna Hofburg will turn green and white on 10 January. The anticipation is growing - and the dance interludes are being eagerly rehearsed. In view of the varied musical program - from folk music to disco hits - it's worth coming to the ball with loose hips.

The Stoakogler make a brilliant comeback: after a 14-year break, the three brothers from Gasen in Eastern Styria are back on stage. The Edlseer are considered "old hands" at the Steirerball. "It is a great honor for us to be part of the opening with 'A Musikant im Trachtengwand' and the 'Dancing Star'," says Fritz Kristoferitsch.

Guests can dance until the early hours on January 10.

(Bild: Verein der Steirer in Wien / Ludwig Schedl)

Another highlight: the Koglhofer Plattlermädls. They took over from the local men's group when they retired after 41 years. "And although we are all girls, we even do lifting figures. We're particularly proud of that," says Alexandra Putz.

Guests can dance until the early hours of the morning. Dancing enthusiasts can do so in the Metternichsaal at the open folk dance with dance leader Hans-Jürgen Schröttner and the Schülcherleitn Musi. Regional folk music groups such as the Koglkrainer, the Stralleger Stubenmusi and the Bergkapelle Rebenwald quartet will also be performing in the halls and corridors of the Hofburg. Tickets are still available at www.steirerball.com.