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The Von Trapp Family Singers

The Von Trapp Family Singers were a talented Austrian family known for their singing and musical performances. Led by Captain Georg von Trapp, they gained international fame in the 1930s through their harmonious vocal arrangements, often performing traditional Austrian folk songs and popular music of the time. Their story was popularized by the musical and film "The Sound of Music," which depicts their escape from Austria during the Nazi annexation and their subsequent successful career in the United States. The family’s musical legacy emphasizes talent, resilience, and the power of harmony in both music and family life.