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| Lenzin will be performing at TRAX, Ahangama on Friday, November 8 at 7pm; the event is free and open to everyone on first-come-first-served basis |
Modern Swiss alphorn artist Enrico Lenzin will be performing at the boundary-pushing arts and entertainment venue TRAX, Ahangama on Friday, November 8th from 7pm onwards. This event is free of charge and open to everyone on a first-come-first-served basis, the Embassy of Switzerland to Sri Lanka and the Maldives announced in a press release. This is a rare opportunity for music lovers to experience the magic of the alphorn in a modern context, in the sought-after surf town of Ahangama.
“Known for his unique blend of traditional alpine sounds and modern electronic music, Enrico will captivate audiences with a mesmerizing fusion of cultural heritage and contemporary creativity,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, the main event will take place at the Official Swiss Residence in Colombo on Tuesday, November 12 by invitation only, where guests will witness Lenzin’s full repertoire in an intimate setting.
| The main event will take place at the Official Swiss Residence in Colombo on Tuesday, November 12 by invitation only |
In addition to these performances, Lenzin will also conduct a workshop at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA), Colombo on Monday, November 11, from 10 am to 11:30 am. The workshop is for the students of VAPA with a music background and anyone interested in learning about the fascinating history and techniques behind the alphorn, while also gaining insights into the art of live looping and the fusion of traditional and modern music, the press release added.
| Widely regarded as one of the most creative and versatile rhythm artists in Switzerland, Lenzin’s performances are both engaging and deeply rooted in tradition |
Enrico Lenzin is an entertaining and innovative Swiss musician who brings the traditional sounds of the alphorn into the modern era. With a passion for preserving the heritage of the Alps, he seamlessly blends traditional instrumental music with contemporary electronic sounds, incorporating live looping to create a rich, layered experience.
Lenzin is on a mission to share the beauty and versatility of the alphorn with audiences worldwide. His performances pay homage to the wooden instruments once used by mountain dwellers in Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria, while introducing the instrument to new, younger generations. Widely regarded as one of the most creative and versatile rhythm artists in Switzerland, Lenzin’s performances are both engaging and deeply rooted in tradition.