Ex-mayor Christoph Jäger transitions from city administration to rock music career
In the picturesque town of Welzheim, Germany, the sound of Christoph Jäger's melodious voice echoed through the halls of a Catholic church, leaving the congregation in awe. Little did they know, this wasn't the first time they'd heard him perform.
Christoph Jäger, born in Tettnang on Lake Constance in September 1968, is no stranger to the stage. After serving as the mayor of Großerlach, a municipality in Germany, he transitioned into a career as a professional singer-songwriter.
Jäger's passion for music and songwriting, which he nurtured alongside his political career, eventually led him to pursue it full-time. His dedication paid off, allowing him to connect with audiences through his songs.
Jäger's musical journey began in the mid-1990s when he responded to a local newspaper ad to join a rock band named "Dirty Old Men." His bandmate, Sepp Steinkogler, was also part of the group.
Jäger graduated from high school in 1988 with English and music as his major subjects. After dabbling with the accordion and later the piano, he wrote his first own song, "Ragged Shirt," following an "awakening experience" at the age of 15 with the rock opera "Tommy" by The Who.
Before becoming mayor in 2000, Jäger also sang for other bands. However, as an established mayor, he found time to perform with a choir, playing the piano and singing rock tunes.
In 2017, Jäger experienced a breakdown due to the increasing demands of the job at the town hall. After recovering, he decided to step down as mayor and live as a part-time retiree, freelance speaker, musician, and songwriter.
Since then, Jäger has released two CDs: "I sing my songs" and "Heartbeat." He can be booked for singer-songwriter evenings, acoustic concerts, musical accompaniment of events such as readings or weddings.
Jäger is also known for inventing the Swabian Forest Fairy, an important regional marketing figure. In addition, he initiated the "Path of Songs," a 13-kilometer-long themed trail in Großerlach.
Jäger's motto is "All or nothing," a testament to his commitment to his passions. Whether on stage or off, Jäger continues to captivate audiences with his music and story.
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