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Duo Karoliina Kantelinen & Ilkka HeinonenThis evocative duo performs Viena Karelian yoiks accompanied by the 10-string kantele as well as the jouhikko, the oldest European stringed instrument. Karoliina Kantelinen - 10-kielinen kantele, laulu Thursday 6 August. www.karoliinakantelinen.fiMyspace |
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FriggThe energetic music of Frigg is a melting pot of Ostrobothnian pelimanni fiddling, Celtic folk and American bluegrass. The group is frequently seen on international stages as well at home. Alina Järvelä - viulu Friday 7 August. www.frigg.fiMyspace |
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Hilja Grönfors & Latšo DžintaThe awarded master singer Hilja Grönfors performs traditional Finnish Roma songs, more contemporary Kaale songs as well as Ostrobothnian reki songs with her ensemble Latšo Džinta. The concert is presented in collaboration with the Global Music Centre and the Centre for Romani Art. Hilja Grönfors - laulu Wednesday 5 August. Myspace |
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Johanna Juhola TrioThe three virtuosi in this collective alternate between embracing simplicity and losing themselves in eclectic improvisations. The Night of Arts 21 August. www.johannajuhola.netMyspace |
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Jouko Kyhälä & SaalasThe celebrated harmonica doctor Jouko Kyhälä and his ensemble Saalas combine an acoustic sound with a strong sense of swing and improvisation in their music making. Jouko Kyhälä - huuliharput The Opening 3 August. Myspace |
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KardemimmitThe group Kardemimmit was chosen as the 2009 Uusimaa Folk Music Group of the Year. Their repertoire draws from the traditional music of Eastern and Western Finland and is performed on our national instrument, the kantele. Maija Pokela: kanteleet, laulu Tuesday 4 August. Myspace |
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Kings of PolkaThe Kings of Polka are famous for their high-energy performances and are masters at blending influences from blues, punk and old dance music. Kristian Bugge (DEN) - viulu Friday 14 August. Myspace |
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Korpi EnsembleThe fresh and unique music of this ensemble skilfully marries jazz and popular music with various folk music influences. Aili Ikonen – laulu The Night of Arts 21 August. Myspace |
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Luna NovaThe translucent sounds of this ensemble have roots in Nordic folk music and the free sound world of jazz. Tellu Turkka - laulu Monday 10 August. |
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Marianne Maans & Lauri AntilaThis duo is dedicated to the musical traditions of the Finnish-Swedish musical traditions, with a repertoire that includes swinging fiddle rhythms, delicate ballads as well as pelimanni tunes. Marianne Maans - viulu, jouhikko, laulu Thursday 20 August. |
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MimmitThe group Mimmit will take the stage at the Etno-Espa’s children’s day, and with their act jam-packed with singing, dancing and banter, they are guaranteed to keep the little ones entertained! Pauliina Lerche - laulu, harmonikka, kantele, tanssi Thursday 13 August. www.mimmit.com |
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Minna Raskinen & Seckou KeitaThis crossover duo plays music from the Finnish and Western African traditions on the kantele and the kora. Minna Raskinen - kantele Tuesday 11 August. |
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Nordik TreeThe group Nordik Tree has toured all over the world and represents the best that Scandinavian crossover virtuosity has to offer. Timo Alakotila - harmooni, piano Monday 17 August. Myspace |
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PeliosThe Finnish-Swedish group Pelios has a unique sound that comes from the meeting point of the varied musical backgrounds of the players. Anna Lindblad (SWE) - viulu, laulu Tuesday 18 August. Myspace |
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SkråThis awarded ensemble comes from the Åland Islands and plays music that is drawn from the Scandinavian folk traditions and the group’s own soulful compositions. Andreas Nyberg - viulu Wednesday 12 August. www.skra.netMyspace |
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Spontaani VireSpontaani Vire plays original contemporary folk music and traditional Finnish folk music. The distinctive music has influences from Balkan music, world music and jazz, and the band is well-known for their incredible groove. At Etno-Espa´s birthday party Spontaani Vire performs as a trio. Eero Grundström - harmooni Terrace Jam 31 July. www.spontaanivire.comMyspace |
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TranskaakkoThe music of this longstanding group is a mixture of modern rock, traditional folk music, folk psychedelia, Slavic melodies and Balkan rhythms. Daniela Fogelholm - laulu Wednesday 19 August. www.transkaakko.comMyspace |
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Ville Leinonen & UnilehtoVille Leinonen & Unilehto will lead their listeners into the world of Finnish and Slavic singing tunes and folk songs of the early 20th century. Ville Leinonen - laulu, kitara The Night of Arts 21 August. www.villeleinonen.com |
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