At Opening Ceremonies throughout the history of Nordic Fest, both the United States of America and Norwegian National Anthem, "Ja Vi Elsker Dette Landet" have been presented, with some guests knowing the latter by heart and others following along in their Nordic Fest program.
For 17 Nordic Fest years, the Christenson Family Singers added to the Nordic Fest entertainment, often in the natural amphitheater of the Winneshiek County Courthouse Square. They often led the presentation of both anthems. Click on the play button above to hear a recording of them at Nordic Fest.
From their CD, Plaid, available on Amazon:
The Christenson Family began their singing activity in 1965 when a pastor's wife from Milwaukee called Lois to ask her if she could present a "puppet show" for a Mother-Daughter banquet at their church. Lois responded with "Well, I don't do puppet shows, but if you are still in need of a program, call back and we will see what we can do." With three of the six children old enough to step out onto a stage, the Family Singers was born, and as soon as the three youngest were able to handle the words, they were suited up as well.
Tracks 18-25 on their Plaid CD reflect the busy days of the Decorah Nordic Fest in Iowa when thousands of people converged upon that little town to celebrate their heritage. These songs were among those which our family sang at the Fest, intermittently with the Nordic Dancer presentations at the Courthouse Square.
Thank you, Pastor Paul, Lois and the Christenson family for bringing joy to the hearts of many Nordic Fest guests through your music!
The limited edition Nordic Fest 50th anniversary book is now available for pre-sale at 23% off its rate during Nordic Fest. Online pre-sales are available through Monday, July 4, 2016.. It includes 22 chapters, great photos, a spot to record your favorite Nordic Fest memories and a DVD with movie footage from the first event in 1967. Reserve your piece of Nordic Fest history today: http://www.nordicfest.com/site/nordic-fest-50-book.html
The limited edition Nordic Fest 50th anniversary book is now available for pre-sale at 23% off its rate during Nordic Fest. Online pre-sales are available through Monday, July 4, 2016.. It includes 22 chapters, great photos, a spot to record your favorite Nordic Fest memories and a DVD with movie footage from the first event in 1967. Reserve your piece of Nordic Fest history today: http://www.nordicfest.com/site/nordic-fest-50-book.html
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