Guest Lecture with Hallvard T. Bjørgum

We welcome you all to a lecture with Hallvard T. Bjørgum, one of Norway’s most legendary Harding fiddle players. In dialogue with professor Hans Weisethaunet, he will discuss the ‘the roots’ and ‘routes’ of Scandinavian music, the instrument, it’s origins, and connections to rock ’n’ roll and ’roots’ music. Be prepared to hear him demonstrate several famous Harding fiddle instruments.

Time and place: Sep. 3, 2019 11:15 AM–1:00 PM, Seminar room 1 (first floor)