MONROE — The Turner Hall of Monroe, in cooperation with the Swiss Center of North America, is excited to present the Kalberweidli Büäblä at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 13 in the Grand Hall of Turner Hall.  

The instrumental folk music ensemble is comprised of four young brothers from Trachslau, Einsiedseln in central Switzerland, and have been playing together for the past four years. The young musicians specialize in Swiss Ländler (dance) music, particularly compositions by Res Gwerder (1911-1998), who was well-known in Switzerland and influenced central Switzerland’s Ländler style. To add variety to their performances, the group also has some newer pieces in their repertoire.

Three of the brothers play Schwyzerörgeli, a traditional Swiss button accordion. Dominic, age 18, and been playing for 9 years; David, age 16, has played for 7 years; and 14-year-old Julian has played for 4 years.  The youngest, Luca, age 12, has played the double bass for 5 years. All four boys receive weekly private music training in Einsiedeln, and play together as often as their school and work schedules permit.  They have performed at several large festivals in Switzerland, as well as local events and gatherings.

Part of Turner Hall’s on-going Swiss Heritage Series, the event is free and open to the public, with doors to the Grand Hall opening at 6:30 pm. A free-will donation will be accepted. 

Established in 1868 with a mission to perpetuate and nurture Swiss traditions, Turner Hall of Monroe is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, and is listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places.