Cluster: Swiss Identity

Traditional Songs – Swiss Folk Music

This content was published on Dec 2, 2011 To many people throughout the world, folk singing in Switzerland is synonymous with yodeling. But in addition to this unusual style of singing, practised mostly in the German-speaking part of the country, Swiss folklore contains a wealth of traditional songs of a more conventional nature in the country’s various languages and dialects. Musical content: 1.…

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FC Zurich eliminated from Europa League

This content was published on Dec 2, 2011 Zurich’s chances were slim going into the game on Thursday night in the second most prestigious European club tournament after the Champions League. They needed to beat their hosts in Lisbon – and even that might not have been enough – but Ricky van Wolfswinkel put an end to those hopes in the 15th minute…

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Scandal-hit Fifa given anti-corruption roadmap

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 A critical report has recommended the appointment of external executives, an overhaul of financial governance and anti-corruption systems, plus changes to presidential elections. But some observers say the report does not go far enough. The main criticism is that the report only looks into the future, ignoring serious allegations of past misdemeanors. Fifa has been…

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Brothel keeper gets jail term

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 Four of his accomplices were handed down suspended sentences by the federal criminal court in Bellinzona. Of these, one woman from Cape Verde and two from Brazil who had helped run the brothel received suspended terms of 22, 18 and 15 months respectively. The other, a 63 year old Swiss man, regarded as a friend…

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Peter-Lukas Graf (flute) – Leading Swiss Artists of the Concert Stage

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 In 1950 he completed his musical studies at the Paris Conservatory, winning first prizes (“Premiers Prix”) for flute and conducting. Subsequently he won first prizes at the contests of Munich and London. Since 1966 he has been successfully combining both careers, as a solo flautist and conductor, with increasing international recognition. Musical content: 1. J.…

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Heinz Holliger (oboe) – Leading Swiss Artists of the Concert Stage

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 These successes were followed by numerous engagements throughout Europe and the United States as well as appearances at international festivals with leading orchestras such as the Berlin Philharmonic and the New Philharmonia of London. A number of works have been written especially for him. But he himself is also one of the leading Swiss avantgarde…

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Hansheinz Schneeberger (violin) – Leading Swiss Artists of the Concert Stage

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 A virtuoso performer, he was in constant demand as a soloist with leading orchestras both in Switzerland and abroad. He also performed very successfully in chamber music groups. Schneeberger has given many world premiere performances of important works, including Bela Bartok’s first Violin Concerto, the Violin Concerto by Frank Martin and the “Tempora” Concerto for…

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Ways to improve detainee treatment outlined

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 Repatriation flights hit the headlines in March 2010, when a Nigerian deportee died at Zurich airport after being forcibly restrained. Although an autopsy found he suffered from an undiagnosed heart condition, all deportation flights were temporarily halted. A report by the NCPT published on Thursday recommends that the use of coercive measures should be considered…

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A ski jumping partnership comes to an end

This content was published on Dec 1, 2011 Küttel, himself a world championship gold medalist, has now retired from the sport. The two had shared many highs and lows over more than a decade. The ski jumping World Cup series started on November 26 in Kuusamo, Finland – without Ammann. He has decided to begin his campaign in Lillehammer, Norway, on December 2-4.…

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Stones thrown at Iranian embassy in Bern

This content was published on Nov 30, 2011 The building was not damaged in the attack, but some damage was done to cars parked nearby. The two unidentified men were detained by the police and by embassy guards. The reason for their action is not yet known, and an investigation has been opened, the police said. Earlier in the day the Swiss foreign ministry…

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FC Zurich eliminated from Europa League

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Brothel keeper gets jail term

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Peter-Lukas Graf (flute) – Leading Swiss Artists of the Concert Stage

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Heinz Holliger (oboe) – Leading Swiss Artists of the Concert Stage

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Hansheinz Schneeberger (violin) – Leading Swiss Artists of the Concert Stage

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Ways to improve detainee treatment outlined

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A ski jumping partnership comes to an end

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Stones thrown at Iranian embassy in Bern

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