Schunkeln

Schunkeln (shun-keln) is the name in the German language used to describe a certain rhythmic movement to the beat of a song, people link arms and sway side to side on the spot. This is done either standing or sitting were people move side to side on their seats via the upper body. Sometimes people will also move backwards and forwards, as well as stand up sit down movements. This form of dance is popular in German speaking countries at Oktoberfest were volksmusik and the popular volkstümliche Musik is often played. It is also performed by audience members on TV shows such as Musikantenstadl.

Schunkeln

Schunkeln (shun-keln) is the name in the German language used to describe a certain rhythmic movement to the beat of a song, people link arms and sway side to side on the spot. This is done either standing or sitting were people move side to side on their seats via the upper body. Sometimes people will also move backwards and forwards, as well as stand up sit down movements. This form of dance is popular in German speaking countries at Oktoberfest were volksmusik and the popular volkstümliche Musik is often played. It is also performed by audience members on TV shows such as Musikantenstadl.