«We're not running out of ideas. Thanks to our valuable international network, we have once again succeeded in putting together a program with many highlights from America to Australia. Well-known greats meet new faces. I am very happy to be able to welcome the crème de la crème from the music and show world to Basel next summer," says the producer Erik Julliard. They also include the United States Army Field Band. She usually travels for representative ceremonies in her own country and is characterized by high musical quality and precision. Now this formation is coming to Switzerland for the first time. The over 50 children and young people of the One Voice Children's Choir also come from the USA. They were in the quarterfinals on America's Got Talent, performed at the White House and reached No. 1 on the Billboard Kid Album charts. Over 1 billion views and 4.6 million subscribers on YouTube underline the popularity of this choir. Six unusual artists on an extraordinary bike: This is the Big Bike Orchestra from Poland. They want to demonstrate their musical skills and at the same time add a touch of slapstick. The Singapore Police Force Band presents Asian precision with British influences. Its members are not only committed musicians, but also full-time police officers. With their rocking sounds, their moving songs and their enthusiasm, the musicians of the Australian Army Band were immediately among the audience's favorites in the past. The Aussies will be back in 2024 and want to conquer the hearts of visitors again. The OzScot Highland Dancers will be traveling with them. The elegant dancers are among the best in their field and always impress with their incredible, almost breakneck dance steps. The Swiss Army Brass Band will also be a guest in the barracks courtyard in 2024. The lively and versatile orchestra consists of top brass players from the Swiss brass band scene and is musically an absolute asset to every show.

Bagpipes from all over the world
An integral part of the Basel Tattoo The 200 bagpipe players and drummers will also be there next year Massed Pipes and Drums. The ten pipe bands come from Canada, South Africa, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, Malta and Switzerland. Among other things, they are part of the almost traditional Scottish act. This year the historical and cultural ties between Australia and Great Britain will also be celebrated musically.

The participation of Letizia Elia, CEO Basel Tourism, in today's media conference underlines the importance of Basel Tattoo for the city of Basel. “The event contributes to the cultural attractiveness of the Basel region and ensures an international appeal with its field of participants. Furthermore, this generates Basel Tattoo “Over 10 overnight stays every year, making July a strong month for tourism,” concludes the Basel tourism director.