Titled: Heino's Homebound Harmony Courageously Continues
In a less frequent practice, the renowned folk and pop artist Heino, now 84, has halted his vocal exercises during performance tours. A recent interview reveals his shift in habits, with Himno admitting, "I used to do it more often, but not anymore." This candid revelation was made during an interview in Dresden, approximately two weeks after the passing of his wife Hannelore, with whom he shared 44 years of marriage.
Kicking off 2023 with a church tour entitled "Die Himmel rühmen" (Praise the Heavens), the admired musician will commence his performances at Dresden's Kreuzkirche on a Friday evening. Heino's schedule now includes daily appearances on stage, which leaves little time for these exercises. However, he reassures, "At home, I still practice, up the scale, down the scale again, to get things moving again."
The mourning period from his late wife's demise led to a slight delay in the commencement of Heino's 2023/2024 European church tour. Originally scheduled to start in Germany, Austria, and Belgium, the tour now boasts 15 performances, with two additional shows in Saxony, including Lutherkirche Görlitz and Philippus Kirche Leipzig.
Accompanying Heino on this tour is none other than the acclaimed Norwegian soprano Anita Hegerland. Known for her notable collaboration with Roy Black as a child, as well as successful world hits with Mike Oldfield, Hegerland adds star power to this already renowned lineup.
Coming from a deeply religious background, Heino recalls, "I am a product of a very Catholic family." Despite his own infrequent church attendance, his connection to the institution persists through family ties. His grandfather played the organ at Cologne Cathedral, and two of his cousins are ordained pastors, which fostered his early devotion.
Embracing his ongoing church tour responsibilities, Heino shows gratitude for the solitude that practicing scales at home provides. Numerous individuals honored Hannelore's memory during a heartfelt service in a local church.
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