The Bard
The Bard
Not much is known about the bard. He roamed the lands, playing in taverns, at festivals, and at lavish banquets. He was fascinated by myths, myths, and legends, as well as the beautiful ladies he encountered along the way. Whether they were about mighty dragons, scary ghosts, or legendary heroes, you could chat with him about such stories for hours until the end of time.
His path once led him to Lucerne, where he met the city's bailiff in the venerable Wild Man tavern. The two struck up a conversation. The bard still claims it was due to his charisma, but the bailiff disagrees, saying it was more likely that the bard was penniless and wanted to skip out on the bill. Be that as it may, the bailiff of the bailiwick saw great potential in his musical counterpart and convinced the bold minstrel to join the bailiwick to continue to convey the myths and legends of the city of Lucerne to the people in a creative way.
- Myths and Legends of the City of Lucerne
- Pilatus the Dragon, Toggeli, Züsler...
- The Three Painters and Their Bridge Paintings
- Curious Citizens of the City
The route of the Legendary Tour
Duration: ca. 100 minutes
Fitnesslevel: 🔵⚪️⚪️
Meeting Point: Beim Brunnen beim Reusssteg
End: Vor der Jesuitenkirche
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The Artist - Interview
How did you become a bard?
I followed in my father's footsteps; he was a minstrel and musician himself. My father met a kitchen maid, or rather her rolling pin, at a ball at Lenzburg Castle when he sneaked into the kitchen to get more wine.
During our travels, he taught me to play music, sing, dance, and read. Our paths diverged a few years ago because we had differences of opinion about certain pieces and texts. Since then, I've traveled the world alone until I arrived in Lucerne, where I now offer fabulous tours for the Vogtei.
What's your favorite tour?
My tour is fabulous! But I must admit, I really like all the others. But the shopkeeper has some good stories to tell, and he's a good drinking companion! I also got my mandola from him.
What's your favorite color?
Wine red... or Bordeaux (yes, I'm articulate; a maid taught me that word at Chillon Castle)
Tell us your favorite song.
It depends on the mood. I like the classics like Stella Splendens or Tourdion. But nothing beats a good old saltarello from Italy.
I also like the somber Dies Irae; almost everyone knows this melody without even knowing it – a classic!
Who are your role models?
Besides my father, I'd say good old Walter von der Vogelweide or Adam de la Halle. I also like Francesco Landini (Ecco la Primavera is pure gold), and let's not forget the talented Hildegard von Bingen. Besides healing, she was also well-versed in the musical sphere and extremely creative.
