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The Alpine sound of Oktoberfest

As Oktoberfest opens today, visitors arriving in Bavaria, Germany, may hear a sound even older than the famous festival itself: the deep, resonant voice of the alphorn. This traditional Alpine instrument is closely linked to Bavaria, Austria and Switzerland, where it once helped shepherds communicate across mountain valleys.

The Alpine sound of Oktoberfest
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2026-09-19 en-IN Sept 19, 2026

Which type of wood is commonly used to make an alphorn?

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