Alpensounds. Folk music between heritage and experiment

Description

In folk music, we encounter our time – polyphonic, contradictory, and lively. "Alpensounds" explores the fascination as well as clichés and new perspectives. What does folk music have to do with me? How did folk music become a symbol of Swiss identity? What developments shape cultural heritage or the desire to experiment? And why is there no "the" Swiss folk music? The exhibition is an experience for body, heart, and mind. It was created in collaboration with around 25 folk musicians. With their experiences, they set themes and directed their view on relevant questions about folk music. We think about history, Swissness, and popularization, get to know diverse musicians, refresh well-known folk songs, and make music together on the community instrument. The sound space in the heart of the exhibition leads into a sensual world of mountain images, natural sounds, instrumental and vocal collages. On stage, everyone who enjoys making music and sounds can try themselves out. And it becomes clear: folk music is different. And much more than we thought.

Highlights

• Interactive exhibition about folk music
• Collaboration with 25 folk musicians
• Sound space with natural sounds and instrumental collages

General Information

The exhibition "Alpensounds" at the ALPS Alpine Museum of Switzerland in Bern explores folk music and its significance for Swiss identity. Visitors can actively participate in making music and experience the diversity of folk music.

Location

Helvetiaplatz 4, 3005 Bern, Switzerland

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