The purpose of the Midwest Alphorn Retreat (MAR) is to provide an opportunity for alphorn enthusiasts from all over the United States to gather for five days of "total immersion" in the alphorn. Attendees have private and group lessons with Dr. Peggy DeMers and play in several large and small ensembles. Players share music and fellowship as well as learn about the alphorn, its history, playing techniques and available music.  The annual event is organized and managed by John and

Kurs im Rahmen der Musikkurswochen Arosa. SPEZIELL FÜR ALPHORN UND NATUR Je nach Wetter wird die Berglandschaft von Arosa erkundet und beschallt. Täglicher Unterricht in der Berglandschaft von Arosa, Einzelunterricht nach Bedarf, musizieren in der Gruppe, Konzert, spezifische Workshops. Zielgruppe: erfahrene Alphornist*innen, Studierende, fortgeschrittene Laien. Einsteiger*innen: Voraussetzung mindestens einfaches Notenlesen, Tonraum Bass-g bis g1. Programm: Blas- und Atemtechnik; Grund- und Aufbauschulung; Interpretation in diversen Formationen; diverse Workshops und kleine Konzerte. Leitung: Robert Oesch Assistenz: Brigitte Oesch Achtung: Formations- und Gruppenarbeit nur in

Established in 2008, The North American Alphorn Retreat is the oldest and longest running alphorn workshop in North America.  This event is immersive, and provides a fantastic opportunity to learn about the alphorn in an idyllic alpine setting. In addition to our top notch instruction, the North American Alphorn Retreat provides group dinners where you will get the opportunity to speak with our instructors outside of the group rehearsal setting. 2023 marks the 16th annual retreat, and we are excited