Swedish Christmas Concert

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,105
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
December 2018
End Date
December 2018
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Yellow Medicine
Lac qui Parle
Yellow Medicine
Lac qui Parle
Project Overview

The Swedish Trio features Ross Sutter on vocals, dulcimer and button accordion, Cheryl Paschke on fiddle and Swedish nyckelharpa, and Marya Hart on piano. Songs, games and dances which appeal to all ages will give attendees a look at Swedish culture, instruments, and music.

Project Details

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Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,105
Direct expenses
$2,105
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Attendees will learn about songs, games, dances, and instruments of Sweden. They will have an opportunity to learn about traditions and history of Santa Lucia and the Tomte.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Asked what they learned from this program, attendee comments include: "I learned about various instruments I never knew existed." "It's great to connect to another country's music. I noted the minor keys in their traditional instruments which gave depth to simple melodies." "This performance featured unusual instruments, authentic and energetic performers. Most enjoyed their sharing of details about the songs and the instruments."

Source of Additional Funds

Canby, Madison, Dawson libraries. KLQP Radio.

Project Manager
First Name
Laurie
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
410 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56201
Phone
(320)235-6106 x28
Email
laurie.ortega@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200