The Kastelruther Spatzen are without a doubt the most successful folk music group today. They can lay claim to an incredible 13 Echos and innumerable platinum and gold awards. Their secret to the Kastelruther Spatzen’s success is in the over 25-year history of the band. They have never bowed to outside pressure. Basic values like faith, a simple life in harmony with nature and a love of their homeland, South Tyrol, all play an important role. Another exceptional aspect of their success is the close cooperation within the group and their dedication to expressing messages in their songs that reflect the day-to-day lives of people and touch on the feelings and experience of their many fans.