Bukkehorn
Bukkehornis one of the oldest wind instruments in Norwegian folk music, with roots stretching back to the Stone Age. This natural instrument has been used as both a signalling instrument and a musical instrument, and…
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Articles on Norwegian folk music instruments – origin, characteristics, playing style and why each instrument is unique.
Flishorn / Reed horn
Flishornand / Tungehornand is a unique reed instrument in Norwegian folk music, with its peculiar sound and characteristic flis. In this post, we will cover its history, creation, and use…
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Lur
Luris one of the oldest wind instruments in Norwegian folk music tradition, with roots stretching back to the Bronze Age. This impressive instrument has served both as a signalling instrument and a musical instrument through…
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Meråker Clarinet
The Meråker clarinet is a folk shepherd's clarinet with roots in the mountain village of Meråker in old Nord-Trøndelag. This simple, yet distinctive woodwind instrument has been used by shepherds and young people in Stordalen, and…
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