Our previous events
Gilles Chabenat : Hurdy Gurdy, between tradition et modernity
Gilles Chabenat discovered the hurdy-gurdy through the folk arts and traditions association *Les Thiaulins de Lignières*. He initially focused on the repertoire of his native region—Central France—while already harboring the intention to explore other musical styles. This led to numerous collaborations, notably with the Corsican group I Muvrini, which paved the way for work with […]
Hurdy-Gurdy Masterclass with Gilles Chabenat
On Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, we will have the pleasure of welcoming Gilles Chabenat for two days entirely dedicated to the hurdy-gurdy at the Henosis Cultural Centre. Nestled in a beautiful green setting, this exceptional venue provides an ideal environment for concentration, exchange and musical practice. A true haven of peace, the […]
Kety Fusco – Residency showcase
Artist Residency at Henosis: Kety Fusco As part of our residency programme at Henosis, we are delighted to welcome Kety Fusco, an Italian-Swiss harpist whose work pushes the boundaries between classical music, electronic sound, and sonic experimentation. During this residency, she will develop MÜRMÜR, a new work combining harp, electronics, and a future choir. At […]
Trip to Armenia ; around the duduk
A Journey to Armenia: Around the Duduk There are instruments that can be recognized from the very first notes. The duduk is one of them. Its deep, gentle, almost vocal tone has travelled through the centuries, carrying within it the entire memory of a people. In Armenia, it is often said that the duduk sings […]
Buuvei – entre musique, arts & rituels
Mongolian Cultural Day: Buuvei – Music, Arts & Rituals Five distinguished individuals with complementary backgrounds, united by a shared mission: to preserve, share, and celebrate Mongolian culture through a unique blend of academic knowledge, artistic practice, and living traditions. Together, they offer experiences that are both intellectually enriching, emotionally engaging, and accessible to audiences of […]
Pandit Iman Das – hindustani voice & music
Discover Indian music with Pandit Iman Das on vocals, Jyotirmoy Chakraborty on tablas, Pavan Dhananka on harmonium and Roshan Dhruv Dhananka on tanpura. Pandit Iman Das is a prestigious vocalist of the Patiala gharana, known for his soulful renditions in various genres such as thumri, ghazal, bhajan, and semi-classical music. Born into a musical […]
Saz workshop with Özgür Baba
Saturday, May 16, at the Henosis Cultural Center in Romainmôtier, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Özgür Baba is a Turkish musician renowned for his singular approach to the saz. He plays the çura saz, a short-necked version of this traditional instrument, and over the years has developed a personal method focused on listening, simplicity, […]
Özgür Baba – Music from Türkyie
Özgür Baba is a musician and singer of traditional Turkish music who plays the cura bağlama, the smallest and one of the oldest instruments in the bağlama family. Drawing inspiration from the verses of great Sufi and mystical poets such as Yunus Emre, Imadaddin Nasimi, Ismail I, and Niyazi Misri, his music transcends centuries, weaving […]
Mongolian throat singing workshop with Batzorig Vaanchig
Discover Mongolian throat singing with one of the world’s greatest singers! Program: 1) General introduction to khöömii (mongolian throat singing) 2) Breathing and posture 3) The three main singing techniques: Shakhaa, Isgeree Khöömii, Kargyraa Throughout the afternoon, Batzorig and Rowan Lee Hartsuiker will guide you through group exercises, individual feedback and corrections, demonstrations, and cultural […]
