Liv Vester Larsen, hailing from Denmark, possesses an extensive educational background in violin performance within the folk music discipline. Presently, she is enrolled in the prestigious soloist program known as Contemporary Creative Artist, wherein she showcases her exceptional talents as a violinist, singer, and composer. A momentous occasion awaits as she prepares for her inaugural presentation, titled “Creative – without nature?” set to captivate audiences in the year 2021.
Demonstrating her versatility and artistic range, Liv has graced the stages of various theatrical productions, including the esteemed “Højskolesangbogen” at the Kgl. Teater. Moreover, her musical prowess has taken her on tours abroad alongside renowned ensembles such as Huldrelokkk and Kelpie, while within Denmark, she actively contributes her skills to notable musical groups like Mikael K and Klondyke, Alamente. Additionally, her collaborative efforts extend to captivating visual performances with the SLØR Visual performance collective, among other notable endeavors.
A true exemplar of a multitasking musician, Liv ardently pursues unorthodox avenues of creativity, consistently transcending conventional genre boundaries while remaining firmly connected to her musical roots. It is worth noting that she has an inherent affinity for dissonances, effortlessly assimilating into the remarkable realm of the Høst universe.
In addition to her remarkable musical endeavors, Liv is an integral member of the renowned Scandinavian vocal ensemble, Høst. This group proudly embraces and celebrates the profound heritage of Nordic folk music, immersing themselves deeply in its rich cultural tapestry.
For a more comprehensive exploration of Liv Vester Larsen’s artistic contributions, she produces a compelling podcast, accessible at www.livvesterlarsen.com. There, she skillfully conducts interviews with artists from across the globe, delving into the vast realm of creativity and its multifaceted manifestations.
(headline image: Høst – Photo by Ard Jongsma – Still Words Photography)
Discography:
Høst – Fuglesang (GO’ Danish Folk Music, 2023)
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.