Modern Swiss Alphorn Artiste Enrico Lenzin to Perform in Sri Lanka

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.

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.  

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.