The sixth edition of LAC en plein air returns from July 11 to 29, 2023, bringing live music to Lugano.
The Festival features eleven concerts by artists from around the world, offering audiences the opportunity to explore a wide variety of musical styles, from jazz and tango to traditional Japanese music and contemporary classical compositions.
Although it was established only a few years ago, LAC en plein air has quickly become a regular highlight of Lugano’s summer events calendar, bringing music and entertainment to the city’s warm summer evenings.
LAC en plein air 2023 Programme
First Week
LAC en plein air opens with two major names from the Italian music scene: Salmo on Tuesday, July 11, at 9:30 PM, and Madame on Wednesday, July 12, at 9:30 PM.
On Thursday, July 13, at 9:00 PM, Camilla Barbarito will open the series of concerts in the Agorà.
During the evening, the singer will perform a selection of musical stories, combining irony and storytelling with her powerful voice.
On Friday, July 14, at 9:00 PM, musicians from the Orchestra della Svizzera italiana – Irina Roukavitsina, Enrico Fagone and Roberto Arosio – will pay tribute to Astor Piazzolla.
The musicians will perform a selection of famous compositions by the renowned Argentine composer.
On Saturday, July 15, at 9:00 PM, singer Eléonore will take the stage alongside Hans Liviabella and Ekaterina Valiulina on violin, accompanied by Bartolomeo Lanza on piano.
Through her music, the singer will share her personal experience of confronting death and finding renewal, offering a moving reflection on the fragility and preciousness of life.
Second Week
On Thursday, July 20, at 9:00 PM, Egopusher will perform at LAC en plein air.
The duo consists of Alessandro Giannelli on drums and Tobias Preisig on violin.
The evening will begin with a guided tour of the Hedi Mertens exhibition before continuing in the Agorà, where the duo will present a selection of their finest compositions.
On Friday, July 21, at 9:00 PM, Amine Mraihi, a master of the oud, a traditional string instrument and predecessor of the guitar, will perform alongside Angel Demirev on electric guitar, Valentin Conus on saxophone and Alex Lussiez on drums.
The concert will take audiences on a musical journey between East and West, crossing cultural boundaries and moving beyond traditional musical labels.
On Saturday, July 22, at 9:00 PM, Nicole Johänntgen will arrive at LAC en plein air to perform a selection of tracks from her latest album, Henry III.
The saxophonist will be joined by Lukas Wyss on trombone, Victor Hege on sousaphone and Clemens Kuratle on drums.
Third Week
On Thursday, July 27, at 9:00 PM, Wang Li will perform on the jaw harp and calabash flute.
Considered a master of the jaw harp, the musician will take audiences on a poetic and vibrant musical journey.
On Friday, July 28, at 9:00 PM, Violons Barbares will bring a unique blend of music and cultures to the Festival.
The group consists of Dandarvaanchig Enkhjargal, a master of the morin khuur, the traditional Mongolian fiddle; Dimitar Gougov, an expert in the gadulka, a traditional Balkan string instrument; and Fabien Guyot, a percussionist capable of creating rhythms using a wide range of everyday materials.
The trio will present a performance inspired by the folklore, beliefs and legends of Bulgaria and Mongolia, bringing to life a world inhabited by demons, vampires, ghosts, monsters and dragons.
On Saturday, July 29, at 9:00 PM, Munedaiko will close the Festival with a performance featuring Mugen, Naomitsu and Tokinari Yahiro.
The true star of the evening will be the taiko, the traditional Japanese drum historically used during religious ceremonies and battles.
The performance will combine the powerful rhythms of taiko drums with the melodies of traditional Japanese flutes, including the shakuhachi and shinobue, creating a unique musical experience.
How to Attend LAC en plein air 2023
All performances are completely free and open to everyone, with the exception of the concerts by Salmo and Madame.
Tickets for these two concerts could be purchased through the official LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura website.
Information and Contacts
For further information and updates about the event, visit the official LAC Lugano Facebook page.
Cover image: LAC Lugano Facebook page.
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