MATTIAS ERNST

A pioneer in alternative tunings and a leading figure in inclusive music education.

An artist from Switzerland we are always happy to welcome to the festival. His background as an educator makes him an ideal communicator, inspiring participants to broaden their horizons and explore new skills with the instrument. He moves effortlessly through all kinds of styles — whether it’s an Irish melody or a classic blues — always with great technical mastery and flawless execution.
He is also an expert in the field of alternative tunings: harmonicas where the note layout differs from the standard model. These tunings offer very interesting possibilities that can be applied to a wide range of styles where the traditional setup might fall short.