Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Vicky Leandros Performs Solo at Söder’s New Year Reception After Band’s Flight Is Canceled

The celebrated singer opted to continue with a pared-back set that drew standing ovations from roughly 2,000 guests.

Overview

  • Her seven musicians were unable to fly from Hamburg to Munich after severe weather led to the cancellation of their flight.
  • Leandros had arrived the evening before and chose to perform alone, singing some songs with only piano accompaniment.
  • The performance took place in the Münchner Residenz during Markus Söder’s traditional New Year reception.
  • Söder attended on crutches following a recent hip operation, and the customary defilee was not held.
  • Footage of the set was shared on Söder’s social media, and coverage noted that Leandros was awarded the Bavarian Order of Merit in November.