Episode 38: Eldbjørg Hemsing on Norwegian music

Norwegian violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing presents our April 2022 Masterclass on Grieg’s Violin Sonata no.2. She chats to online editor Davina Shum about the characteristics and idiosyncrasies of traditional Norwegian music, including the distinctive Hardanger fiddle, as well as the importance of active performing and conversation to keep folk traditions alive. Check out thestrad.com for the latest news and articles on all things to do with string playing. Register and subscribe to access exclusive archival content from 2010 onwards. Student discount! Get 50% off an online subscription! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/3eQ75AB  Find us on social media: Facebook.com/thestrad Twitter: @TheStradMag Instagram: @the_strad_   Grieg - Violin Sonata no.2 in G major op. 13  III Allegretto animato Eldbjørg Hemsing, violin / Simon Trpčeski, piano Grieg: The Violin Sonatas BIS Records BIS-2456 SACD   Borgström – Violin Concerto in G major op.25 II Adagio Eldbjørg Hemsing, violin / Vienna Symphony / Olari Elts Borgström & Shostakovich: Violin Concertos BIS Records BIS-2366 SACD   Photo credit: Nikolai Lund