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Norwegian and other Scandinavian entertainers have consistently brought joy and authenticity to Nordic Fest crowds. Many of these entertainers came to Decorah thanks to the broad and deep connections of Vesterheim.
The following copyright article and illustrative example of this appeared in the Decorah Newspapers before the 1988 Nordic Fest. Used with permission.
The following copyright article and illustrative example of this appeared in the Decorah Newspapers before the 1988 Nordic Fest. Used with permission.
This July 29-31, Fest-goers will be able to see a small constellation of stars uncharted in any astronomical description of the summer sky, because this year Vesterheim joins Nordic Fest, Inc. in bringing to the festival the renowned Birgitte Grimstad and the Rauland Music and Dance Group, together representing some of the best in Scandinavian entertainment.
Born in Denmark but living now in Norway, Grimstad has earned an international reputation with her repertoire of medieval ballads and folk songs from Scandinavia, France, Germany, Israel, the U.S. and Canada and contemporary selections by Scandinavian composers and American poet-folk singers. Critics praise her musicality, wit, stage presence and mastery of many languages.
When music festivals, concert tours and radio and TV appearances aren't taking up her time, Grimstad is actively involved with the peace movement and works tirelessly to improve circumstances for musicians in Norway.
She is a gifted voice teacher who believes the human voice has become the most undervalued of instruments and, convinced that the modern world is losing its capacity for spontaneous, everyday song, she has become a spokesperson for its deep psychological benefits, even if you're just singing in the shower or whistling while you work.
Appearing with Grimstad on all three days of the fest will be the Rauland Music and Dance Group, 20 Norwegians in early West Telemark costume performing traditional early dances and later old-time dances, songs and music (fiddle, flute and accordion). A number of these spirited and rather gymnastic performers participate in national competitions and are among the top performers in traditional dance in Norway.
Grimstad and the Rauland Group will give concerts at 7:30 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday nights in the Decorah Junior High School Auditorium and again at 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon at Luther's Center for Faith and Life.
Born in Denmark but living now in Norway, Grimstad has earned an international reputation with her repertoire of medieval ballads and folk songs from Scandinavia, France, Germany, Israel, the U.S. and Canada and contemporary selections by Scandinavian composers and American poet-folk singers. Critics praise her musicality, wit, stage presence and mastery of many languages.
When music festivals, concert tours and radio and TV appearances aren't taking up her time, Grimstad is actively involved with the peace movement and works tirelessly to improve circumstances for musicians in Norway.
She is a gifted voice teacher who believes the human voice has become the most undervalued of instruments and, convinced that the modern world is losing its capacity for spontaneous, everyday song, she has become a spokesperson for its deep psychological benefits, even if you're just singing in the shower or whistling while you work.
Appearing with Grimstad on all three days of the fest will be the Rauland Music and Dance Group, 20 Norwegians in early West Telemark costume performing traditional early dances and later old-time dances, songs and music (fiddle, flute and accordion). A number of these spirited and rather gymnastic performers participate in national competitions and are among the top performers in traditional dance in Norway.
Grimstad and the Rauland Group will give concerts at 7:30 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday nights in the Decorah Junior High School Auditorium and again at 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon at Luther's Center for Faith and Life.
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