Im Banne der freien Reichsstadt : $b Kulturgeschichtliche Erzählung aus dem fünfzehnten Jahrhundert

Set against the bustling streets of a fifteenth‑century free imperial city, the tale immerses the listener in a world where guilds, Meistersingers and bustling markets pulse with life while the old knightly order crumbles. Through careful detail, the narrative paints the textures of daily existence—cobblestone alleys, the colors of women’s dress, the sounds of workshops, and the rhythm of communal worship—offering a vivid backdrop for the political turbulence of Burgundy’s ambitions, Brandenburg’s diplomacy and the early tremors of reform.

At its heart the story follows the experiences of German women navigating duty, education and family expectations in a society on the brink of change. Their voices reveal how civic virtues begin to replace feudal loyalties, and how art, craft and emerging ideas shape a new sense of identity. Listeners will find a thoughtful blend of historical fact and personal drama, bringing the era’s cultural richness to life without sacrificing the intimacy of individual lives.