Sound of silence IV

The alphorn was originally an instrument used by farmers and shepherds to call the cows to be milked on the mountain pastures. Like a recited prayer, it broke through the silence and loneliness of the mountain heights with its archaic, vibrating natural tones and delighted people so much that it gradually became a folk music instrument that was played at social gatherings. The alphorn embodies silence and contemplation as well as community like no other instrument and shows how important cohesion and conviviality are for our well-being.

The Lochus Alphorn Quartet is a formation of professional musicians from enchanting Central Switzerland who push the boundaries of traditional alphorn music and bring a refreshing variety to the musical landscape. In addition to a traditional repertoire, they also play many of their own arrangements and compositions. Their joy of playing and experimenting with the sounds of nature make this quartet unique. Various TV and radio appearances such as at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, SRF Potzmusig, SRF DOK Typisch Volksmusik etc. have made them well-known and popular.

Date and time
June 27, 2026, 17:15

Address
Einsiedeln Monastery, large hall

Organizer
Music in the monastery

Works
Archaic, traditional sounds meet a concentrated load of groovy, swinging, rocking, contemplative, melancholic and rousing wit.

Soloists
Lochus Alphorn Quartet: Erwin Füchslin, Markus Sahli, Kevin Schmid, Rolf Willauer, Patrik Stadler

Admission price
40/20

Contact us
musik@kloster-einsiedeln.ch

Website
https://www.kloster-einsiedeln.ch/agenda-kultur/kultur/musik-hoeren/details/klang4