Margit Myhr And Erlend Apneseth, Spotlight on Vocals and Hardanger Fiddle

Margit Myhr and Erlend Apneseth – Slåttesong (Grappa/Heilo, 2021)

In their exquisite album “Slåttesong,” folk musicians Erlend Apneseth and Margit Myhr delve into the solo tradition of Norwegian folk music with a focus on vocals and the Hardanger fiddle. For these two talented musicians, folk music and the solo tradition have always been an essential element that provides both comfort and inspiration. The album features a collection of personal favorites, including some that have been with them for years and others that are brand new. The repertoire is taken from the book “Folkesong i Hallingdal,” a treasure trove of traditional material from the Hallingdal region that has never been recorded or published before.

Both Apneseth and Myhr are highly acclaimed folk musicians with a deep appreciation for traditional music. Apneseth is known for his ability to effortlessly cross borders and genres, and has been featured on several experimental albums. Myhr, on the other hand, is a talented theater actor, dancer, and singer who has won national competitions for her solo performances.

The Hardanger fiddle repertoire on “Slåttesong” draws from Apneseth’s background in the folk music tradition from Sunnfjord and Sogn, as well as the fiddle playing of Hallingdal, where he currently resides.

The album features tunes from both Hallingdal and the west coast of Norway, as well as self-composed pieces. As these two talented musicians return to their roots, they express their gratitude to the skilled artists who have taught them over the years and to the collectors who generously share their findings.

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Author: Angel Romero

Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.