OboeBass! will share music and stories from Norway as part of the July 2 Chautauqua festivities in Waseca, MN. People living in isolated villages and farms nestled in the mountains and fjords of Norway came up with some unique stories and music that intrigue and delight people from all lands. We'll share some folktunes and […]
Askelad is Norway's folk hero! He is the underdog who always prevails against all odds by his wits, ingenuity, and good fortune. Margi Griebling-Haigh wrote Askelad and the Seven Silver Ducks for us to tell of one of his famous exploits in words and music. She also illustrated an Askelad book/CD combo we recorded of […]
We bring our "Norway and Askelad" program to Summerwood of Chanhassen. Askelad is Norway's folk hero! He is the underdog who always prevails against all odds by his wits, ingenuity, and good fortune. Margi Griebling-Haigh wrote Askelad and the Seven Silver Ducks for us to tell of one of his famous exploits in words and […]
Mindekirken presents OboeBass! for the Feb. 2021 installment of their Tuesday Open House Series of cultural programs. Norway has a living folk tradition of music and stories that permeates the culture and continues to influence new art works. We will share stories and play some traditional folk tunes and national songs, including music of Grieg, […]