Väsen-Duo, Mikael Marin and Olov Johansson have, after almost 40 years of interaction and touring, refined their sound and their stage presence to the extent that today they are unique in their kind. With their playful and perfect interplay, they seem to defy the laws of physics in what appears to be a telepathic communication. The music is intense and full of humour. With the foundation firmly rooted in the traditional music of Uppland, they have always looked curiously at new musical goals. Olov & Micke have played together since 1983 when they met at Oktoberstämman in Uppsala and discovered that they had a large common repertoire and a similar way of playing. Olov & Micke started playing intensively together and released their first recording, “Det rister i Örat,” in 1985. Now they go on adventures among old fine musicians, stories and trad tunes, at the same time they continue to break new ground. They perform on a variety of stringed instruments, including kontrabasharpa, oktavharpa, three-rowed nyckelharpa, violoncello da spalla and a blue electric bass-viola.
The Shauncey Ali Quartet captivates audiences with evocative melodies and daring arrangements that straddle the intersection of tradition and innovation. The ensemble artfully blends bluegrass, Celtic and Nordic fiddle styles, with sensibilities influenced by pop, rock and classical music. Featuring Nicholas Vanhaute (mandolin), Hans Holzen (acoustic and electric guitar), David Havas (upright bass) and Shauncey Ali (fiddle), the SAQ challenges listeners with an experience that is virtuosic yet accessible, rooted in tradition yet unbound by convention. Their new album, The Blue Hour, highlights the quartet’s chamber-style interplay and a distinctive collection of original compositions.
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TICKETS - Väsen with special guest Shauncey Ali Quartet (ticket link coming soon)