“Les Digitales” is a national event series that aims to make experimental and electronic music accessible to a wide audience. The events take place during the summer months on lawns and in parks, where music enthusiasts can relax and immerse themselves in electronic sounds.

“Les Digitales” was launched in Lausanne in 2005. Today, the event takes place in thirteen cities. The organizational teams in each city generally function autonomously and are responsible for their respective program, but great attention is always paid to nationwide networking across Switzerland. Promoting the host cities is extremely important to the “Les Digitales” umbrella organization, as well as to the organizers themselves, and artists from all over Switzerland are always invited. Thus, “Les Digitales” has fostered collaborations that bridge Switzerland's language barriers.

At the same time, international musicians enrich Swiss music culture and bring new inspiration. “Les Digitales” is a musical event that steps away from the hectic nightlife, offering artists the chance to develop and exchange ideas, while providing the audience with the opportunity to discover unique soundscapes in a family-friendly, daytime atmosphere – relaxing on the lawn or in one of the deck chairs provided by the organizers.

As an enthusiastic visitor to the “Les Digitales” festival with a personal interest in experimental and electronic music, I initiated the first edition in Basel in 2018. In collaboration with Klappfon organizers and with a four-channel sound system from Acc-Ess, I was able to fully apply my many years of event organization experience.

Artists can apply to perform by responding to the umbrella organization’s open call for submissions. Part of the concept is that at least 50% of the performers are selected from these applicants. I really appreciate this approach, as it aligns with my interest and commitment to artist support and promotion. Unfortunately, the second edition planned for 2020 could not take place due to the Covid-19 pandemic