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Tusen Tack
Album by Spinning Voices — NEO34
Tracklist
| 1. | Karis Pers Polska | 3:43 | |
| 2. | Björnlåten Från Ore | 4:04 | |
| 3. | Västgöta Polska | 2:41 | |
| 4. | Visvals Från Öland | 3:24 | |
| 5. | Timas Hans Schottis | 3:36 | |
| 6. | Anita's Birthday | 3:06 |
About
“Tusen tack,” Swedish for “a thousand thanks”
The very first instrument I learned how to play was the violin, but I never learned to read sheet music. Instead I learned as part of a children’s fiddle group at the American Swedish Institute, where my sister and I were taught traditional Swedish folk songs by ear. I participated from age 6 to age 14, and my violin grew with me, from a quarter-size to a full-size. At the same time we also participated in the ASI’s children’s folk dancing group.
These songs were a huge part of my childhood and I’m excited to share how I’ve reinterpreted them after they’ve been stuck in my brain for over 20 years.
Credits
All songs traditional Swedish folk songs, arranged by David Boeser
Artwork by Charlie Lower
Mastered by Nick Pitman
Thanks to:
My grandpa, who introduced me to my Swedish heritage
My mom and dad for always driving us to practice
The American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis
Everyone who played and danced with us
Dedicated to the memory of my sister, who learned these songs with me
