What is "bratsch"

Bratsch is a village in the municipality of Gampel-Bratsch in the district of Leuk of the canton of Valais in Switzerland.

Bratsch was an independent municipality until January 1, 2009, when it merged with Gampel to form Gampel-Bratsch.

Bratsch are a French-based music ensemble using influences from Roma (i.e. "Gypsy") music, klezmer, jazz and many diverse folk traditions. The group was formed in 1975 by guitarist Dan Gharibian and violinist Bruno Girard, and has released more than ten albums to date. The group is renowned for the diversity of its musical influences and for the virtuosity of its members and guest artists.

Bratsch may refer to:

• Gampel-Bratsch, municipality in the district of Leuk in the canton of Valais in Switzerland
  • Bratsch, village in Gampel-Bratsch in the district of Leuk of the canton of Valais in Switzerland
• Bratsch (band), French-based music ensemble using various influences