Hardingfela player Erlend Apneseth has a truly unique playing style, and has become one of our most exported jazz musicians, while still remaining firmly rooted in folk music. On his latest album, Song over Støv, he has assembled what can be called a supergroup, where the raw and beautiful interplay is an important part of the expression.

Using the Hardanger fiddle as a starting point, Apneseth and the ensemble explore the concept of world music and all the possibilities inherent in the instrument. The music is shaped by the encounter between tradition, improvisation, and an ensemble that allows for both power and detail.

Cast
Erlend Apneseth on Hardingfele.
Mats Eilertsen on double bass.
Rolf Erik Nystrøm on saxophone.
Frode Haltli on accordion.
Rasmus Kjorstad on hardingfele, vocals, fiddle and octave fiddle.
Selma French Bolstad on hardingfele and vocals.
Hans Hulbækmo on drums and percussion.
And perhaps even more.