From Central/Northern, Sweden Andström: Swedish Folk Band Join us for the following events
Fiddle Workshops (all instruments, all levels welcome)Teaching will be by ear, so bring your recorders. We will split into two or three classes
depending on levels and interests. The focus is fiddle tunes, but other instruments are welcome to attend. There is the possibility of a separate accordion and/or a bass class as well: let us know if you are interested: NordicFN@gmail.com Private lessons are also a possibility. Time: Saturday, March 5. Two sessions; Saturday morning, 9:30-12:30, and afternoon, 2-5. Optional cold-cut lunch, cost to be shared by participants. Let us know when you register if you're joining us for lunch Place: Details provided when you register: NordicFN@gmail. Cost: $15 each session
Mini-Concert & Dance PartyMini-concert with Andström, followed by a dance party with live music provided by our guests and our own local musicians. Time: Saturday, March 5, 8:00 PM Place: St. Bede's Episcopal Church Cost: $15 (Snacks appreciated!) Private lessonsIf you are interested in a private lesson with any of the musicians (fiddle, bass, accordion), contact us: NordicFN@gmail.comDate and time are to be arranged for mutual convenience. About Andström
These fabulous musicians are well known to bay-area audiences in other configurations, but this is their first tour as Andström. The need to make music is a serious addiction! Andström, the folk music band from central/northern Sweden, has a very bad case of polska obsession. Andströms’ music is the traditional dance music of Sweden, mainly from the provinces of Jämtland, Medelpad and Norrbotten. The music is lively, intricate, and just plain fun to hear and dance to. About the band: Mats and Ulf are energetic fiddlers who both hold the prestigious title of Riksspelman, or national fiddler. The brothers grew up in Föllinge, where they were taught by Jämtland tradition- bearers. Anders is a talented multi-instrumentalist from Överkalix who specializes in fiddle and accordion. The three have played together for many years, teaching and performing together at the Föllingevecken folk music week and other events. Now they are joined by Ulf’s son, Nils, on bass. Already an outstanding musician, Nils has the polska heart-beat in his blood. Though outstanding musicians individually, it’s when they play together that the magic begins. Mats and Anders are both known for their improvised harmonies. Perhaps we’ll be treated to a harmony-making competition! Check out their music at: http://www.myspace.com/andstroms Andström will also be appearing for the following. Join us for these events, too!
Feb. 22: 6pm Modesto. Pot luck, mini-concert, dance.
Beginners encouraged. Sponsored by the Village Dancers of Modesto. $10 general
admission, students and children free. Sylvan Elementary School Auditorium, 2908 Coffee Road. Reservations encouraged: Judy Kropp (209) 480-0387 (cell) or Judy_Kropp@sbcglobal.net March 2, 8pm: Mountain View house concert at the home of
Daniel Steinberg. Reservations
required. Donation: $15-20. Info & reservations: email (preferred):
Concerts@InstantHarmony.com or phone: (650) 947-9669. March 3, 7pm: Salinas
house concert at the home of Robin Welch. $15Info and reservations: contact Robin: robinwelch@gmail.com or 831-455-0549. March 6, 3-4pm: Saratoga concert at West Valley
college, MU12 (small theater in the Music building. $10 general
admission, $8 students. A map is here: http://www.westvalley.edu/maps/kiosk/  |