THE SONG FILE. Beyond Grieg: Norwegian Art Songs.
- Resource Type
- Article
- Authors
- Hersey, Anna
- Source
- Journal of Singing; Nov/Dec2015, Vol. 72 Issue 2, p231-237, 7p
- Subject
- Language
- ISSN
- 10867732
The article explores the history of art song in Norway and offers information on the works of several Norwegian composers, including Edvard Grieg and Ludvig Mathias Lindeman. Topics discussed include the Norwegian folk style of composer Waldemar Thrane, musical contributions of violinist and conductor Ole Bull, and the musical style of composer Halfdan Kjerulf. The nationalistic approach of composer Richard Nordraach to music is also mentioned.