Merkel picks German punk singer Hagen for last serenade

Angela Merkel will not leave office as chancellor of Germany until early next week, but on Thursday evening a military ceremony will be held in her honour, and with her choice of music.

The ceremonial tattoo, or Grosser Zapfenstreich, is now a tradition for departing political figures.

And after her 16 years as leader, the ceremony comes with a marching band and torchlight procession.