EDVARD GRIEG ANNIVERSARY 2007

Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)

Vi kan tilby konserter med Griegs musikk “ufiltrert”. Våre fremste norske utøvere berømmes stadig av internasjonal presse og publikum for sine fremføringer og innspillinger av Griegs musikk.

Kunstnere:

To mark Edvard Grieg's 100 Years Anniversary we can offer you "Grieg pure" concerts performed by leading Norwegian artists.

Artists:

Leif Ove Andsnes:
(ingen ledige perioder i sesongen 2007/08)
Grieg:"Ballade" / NRK produksjon 2007.
Utdrag av konsertliste 2007 med program som inkluderer Grieg:"Ballade":
Jan.05: Skien Ibsenhuset
Jan.07: Firenze
Jan.09: Venezia
Jan.11: Moskva
Jan.13: Oslo Konserthus
Feb.06: Tokyo
Feb.08: Tokyo
Feb.12: Osaka
Feb.13: Seoul

Leif Ove Andsnes:
(no availability 2007/08)
Grieg:”Ballade” / Norwegian TV production 2007.
Excerpts of 2007 concerts including Grieg:”Ballade”
Jan.05: Skien Ibsenhuset
Jan.07: Firenze
Jan.09: Venice
Jan.11: Moscow
Jan.13: Oslo Concert Hall
Feb.06: Tokyo
Feb.08: Tokyo
Feb.12: Osaka
Feb.13: Seoul

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Håkon Austbø:
Klaverkonsert
Solo klaververk (komplett)
Grieg/Thommessen/Garborg:
Haugtussa - I Helheim/prosjekt m/Guri Egge
(Veslemøys reise gjennom Griegs Haugtussa fortsetter inn i Helheim. En gjennomkomponert konsertforestilling hvor Olav Anton Thommessens nyskrevne musikk viderefører Griegs sangsyklus, som også inngår i forestillingen.)

Ballader av Grieg/Brahms/Chopin/Liszt/Debussy
Ballade
Klaversonate
Lyriske stykker
Klaverkonsert
Solo klaververk på CD (komplett) Brilliant Classics (medio 2007)

Håkon Austbø:
Piano Concerto
Solo piano works (complete)
Grieg/Thommessen/Garborg:
Haugtussa - In Helheim / project w/ Guri Egge
Ballades by Grieg/Brahms/Chopin/Liszt/Debussy
Ballade, Piano Sonata, Lyric Pieces a.o.
Piano Concerto
Solo piano works on CD (complete) Brilliant Classics (medio 2007)

Grieg: Lyrische Stücke - Complete ( 3 CD Box / Brilliant Classics 99748)
Austbø is the type of profound musician who is averse to any show-off. These qualities also come forward in the first recording he made of works by his countryman Grieg. In Austbø's clear and tasteful playing, command proves to be an adequate means of providing the music with consistent tension.
de Volkskrant, Amsterdam

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Geir Botnen:
Familiekonsert:
Griegprogram sammen med Rhoda Ondeng (vokal) og Kristina Ebbersten (fiolin)
Klaverecital.
Lyriske stykker:op12,17,43,54,65.66)
Holbergsuite (op.40)
Slåtter (Op.72)
Slåttene (op.72)-gjerne sammen med hardingfelespillere: K.Hamre, B.Maurseth, K.Buen, H.Buen..)
Verk for firhengig klaver
Klaverkonsert
"Grieg i ord og tonar"
Kombinasjon Tveitt /Grieg(Tveitt/Sæverud
Sangrecitaler: m/Arild Helleland og med Rhoda Ondeng

Geir Botnen:
Family concert:
Grieg program with Rhoda Ondeng (vocal) og Kristina Ebbersten (violin)
Piano recital.
Lyric pieces: op12,17,43,54,65.66)
Holbergsuite (op.40)
Slåtter (op.72)
Slåtter (op.72)-with Hardanger fiddlers: K. Hamre, B. Maurseth, K. Buen, H. Buen.
Four Hands works
Piano concerto
Song recitals: w/Arild Helleland and Rhoda Ondeng

“Grieg in Hardanger” (SIMAX CLASSICS PSC1133) http://www.grappa.musikkonline.no/shop/displayArtist.asp?id=4883
His performance of the enthralling Holberg-Suite is more elegant than any account of the more well known orchestra version I have heard
Fanfare, USA

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Bjarte Engeset (dirigent)
Griegs Orkesterverk (komplett)
(2004-2007: Komplett nyinnspilt for Naxos)

Bjarte Engeset (conductor)
Grieg's Orchestra works (complete)
(2004-2007: Complete recorded Naxos)

Grieg:Piano Concerto (Håvard Gimse)/Overture «In Autumn»/ Four Symph.Dances,Royal Scottish National Orchestra (Naxos 8.557279) Also available on SACD and DVD, this blistering performance fulfills the promise shown in the music of their fellow Norwegian Geirr Tveitt by the exiting partnership of pianist Håvard Gimse and conductor Bjarte Engeset. Generating immense excitement from those celebrated opening bars, Gimse proves himself equally capable of delicate lyricism in an exquisite rendition Â of the immortal adagio. Coupled with fine playing from the RSNO in the concert Overture «In Autumn» and the four Symphonic Dances Op.64, this is a thrilling addition to the catalogue, suggesting there´s more than merely geographical proximity between the Scottish and Nordic souls.
The Observer, UK

As for the Piano Concerto, I cannot recall a more impressive account than Engeset and Håvard Gimse shared with Tim Handley in May 2003 in Glasgow´s Henry Wood Hall. Put your hat and coat on now and head for your record shop!
Musical Opinion, UK

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra / All Grieg Concerts Nov. 2005
Conducting without a baton, Engeset shaped 11 excerpts from Grieg's music to Henrik Ibsen's "Peer Gynt" with his hands and body, communicating as much with a raised eyebrow as others do with grand gestures.
The approach worked splendidly [...] Engeset's attention to detail was exquisite: the balance of bassoon and pizzicato cellos during "In the Hall of the Mountain King," the contrast of horns and flute in "Morning Mood," the resonant string warmth in "Ase's Death" and the great gouts of brass in "Stormy Evening at Sea."
The Washington Post, USA

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Håvard Gimse (klaver):
Klaverkonsert
Songs & Folk Dances. Originale klavertranskripsjoner
Lyriske stykker
Klaversonate
Fiolinsonater (m/Arve Tellefsen)
Cellosonate

Håvard Gimse (piano):
Piano Concerto
Songs & Folk Dances (Original Piano Transcriptions)
Lyric Pieces and solo piano works
Sonatas for piano, violin (w/Arve Tellefsen) and cello

Grieg: Piano Concerto (Håvard Gimse)/Overture «In Autumn»/ Four Symph.Dances,Royal Scottish National Orchestra (Naxos 8.557279)
Havard Gimse turns in an exceptionally fine performance of the perennially fresh Grieg Piano Concerto. He launches the first movement with apt bravura, and it's very gratifying to hear him collaborating with conductor Bjarte Engeset in a swift basic tempo that never sags in the movement's later, more lyrical stages. In fact, my only criticism of the performance stems from Gimse's habit of inserting hairpin dynamic adjustments in passages that hardly need them (the opening theme of the finale, for instance). Otherwise, there's more than enough thrilling playing to justify a firm recommendation, including a terrific first-movement cadenza and a wonderful account of the closing pages.
The remainder of the disc only reinforces my enthusiasm. Engeset's enthusiastic romp through the Symphonic Dances (particularly the lengthy last movement) makes this one of the very best renditions available, and he has the Royal Scottish National Orchestra playing with typical élan. The overture In Autumn makes an ideal opener to a program that effectively comprises an entire Grieg concert, one that not only projects the music in well-nigh ideal form but demonstrates that this composer has more substance than his detractors would allow. As usual from this source, the sonics are excellent, and the SACD, a bit too much middle-channel emphasis aside, offers added depth and impact without excessive reverberation or recourse to the rear speakers. A winner!
www.classictoday.com, David Hurwitz

More Gramophone Critics´Choice for Gimse
Grieg: Norwegian Folk Songs & Dances (NAIM CD059)
In a rather lean reviewing year, in terms of the overall quality of dics to have come my way,there are few candidates for the annual spotlight. One disc, however, stands out in the memory. and returning to it after some months it re-emerges with calm distinction. Håvard Gimse´s disc of lesser-known Grieg, comprising Norwegian folk dances and song transcriptions, is a recording of consummate artistry; wether in melting lyricism or in folksy rusticity, Gimse´s playing (and his choice of repertoire) is not about self-glorification, yet the expressive purity and musical integrety he exudes make this disc deeply fulfilling"
Gramophone, December 2002

Grieg: Norwegian Folk Songs & Dances (NAIM CD059)
Håvard Gimse is among the most impressive and imaginative of Norwegian pianists [...] This is a most distinguished and satisfying addition to the Grieg discography.
The Penguin Guide to Compact Discs & DVDs 2003/2004

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Helge Kjekshus(klaver):
Klaverkonsert
Ballade
Klaversonate
Lyriske Stykker

Helge Kjekshus (piano):
Piano Concerto
Ballade
Piano Sonata
Lyric Pieces

Grieg: Piano Concerto w/ Santa Fe Symphony
A passionate reading of the Grieg´s Piano Concerto. Bringing strong ideas to this warhorse, Kjekshus took command of the project .
Albuquerque Journal, USA

Review from the Bergen International Festival
"Helge Kjekshus, must be counted as one of the festival´s most exciting discoveries. With his unassuming manner and surprising power,this young man displayed maturity and authority that escape many older pianists. He also had an innate,exquisite sense of rythm and a gift for bringing out the long line in a score. Mr. Kjekshus teamed up with violinist Henning Kraggerud-someone else Washington impresarios would do well to search out, perhaps for the Kreeger String Series [...] The pair's exuberance was irresistible..."
Washington Times, USA

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“Trio i ein Fjord”
Reidun Horvei (vokal), Knut Hamre (Hardingfele), Geir Botnen (Klaver)
"Grieg og Røttene"

“Trio i ein Fjord”
Reidun Horvei (vocal), Knut Hamre (Hardanger fiddle), Geir Botnen (Piano)
"Grieg's music and its roots"

Grieg: Norwegian folk songs and peasant dances from Op. 66 & 72 (Simax PSC 1102)
Trio i ein Fjord is one of the most significant bridgebuilders between folk music and classical music in Western Norway, specialising in the music of Grieg, in particular the folk music Grieg and Tveitt collected and arranged for piano. The original folk tunes and peasant dances are treated in a free atristic manner, thus accdomplishing a totally new expression. The trio also incorporates informative comments, small stories, anecdotes and ancient superstition into their concerts, all done with a fundamental respect for the masters and their music.

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Henning Kraggerud & Helge Kjekshus (fiolin & klaver)
Grieg: Sonater for fiolin og klaver no 1,2,og 3 (på ett program)

Henning Kraggerud & Helge Kjekshus (violin & Piano)
Sonatas for violin & piano no 1, 2,og 3 (one program)

Grieg: Sonatas for Violin and Piano ( NAXOS 8.553904)
These are consistently enjoyable performances. The two young Norwegians play with idiomatic style. and give the impression of absorbing and expressing every aspect of the music. [...] Kraggerud and Kjekshus convince us they have found exactly the right sound and manner of expression [...] highly recommendable [...] an excellent bargain"
Gramophone

Grieg: Sonatas for Violin and Piano ( NAXOS 8.553904)
Finally, a disc which sensibly brings together Grieg's three violin sonatas is an out-and-out winner. From the enraptured, Schumanesque lyricism of the F major (albeit with a hint of fjordory in one of the finale's episodes) to the Beethovenian sturm und drang of the third sonata, violinist Henning Kraggerud and his accompanist, Helge Kjekshus, play as though their very lives depended on it. Melodies ache with emotional intensity and even those passages where Grieg falls back on sequential repetition to keep things ticking over appear positively inspired here. Phrases are constantly hoisted aloft with skin-tingling timing, and the recording is unimpeachable. An excellent account of these underrated masterpieces and superb value."
Classic CDÂ *****

"Healthy sounds from the Bath Festival"
Word about Henning Kraggerud and Helge Kjekshus had already spread long before they got to Bath; and their concert, broadcast live on Radio 3, fulfilled all expectations. Here were two performers thorougly immersed in the music, strong in character,virile,fresh and vibrant. [...] Kraggerud's tonal palette is beautifully inflected. Kjekshus deployed a searching, dynamic pianism [...] The single disappointment was that these two morning recitals lasted only one hour: we could have listened to musicianship of this order all day.
The Daily Telegraph, London

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Elizabeth Norberg-Schulz (sopran):
Sanger (med Håvard Gimse)
Sanger (med orkester)

Elizabeth Norberg-Schulz (soprano):
Songs (w/ Håvard Gimse)
Orchestra-songs

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Oslo Strykekvartett:
Grieg:Strykekvartetter i kobling med andre verk

Oslo String Quartet:
String Quartets

Grieg: String Quartets + Monrad Johansen:String Quartet ( Naxos 8.550879)
-The Naxos account of the quartets from the Oslo String Quartet...indeed is the best version we have had since the Budapest.
They would easily sweep the board even at full prize, on account of their sensitivity, total finesse and blend,and the keenness of their artistic responses.[..] the performances are decent and have plenty of spirit, and the recorded sound is excellent.
The Penguin Guide to Compact Discs & DVDs 2003/2004

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Kjell Seim: (dirigent)
Grieg: Orkesterverk
Peer Gynt

Kjell Seim: (conductor)
Orchestra works
Peer Gynt

Grieg / Ibsen: “Peer Gynt”
During Grieg 150 Year Anniversary 1993, Bergen National Theatre, (Norways oldest national theatre situated in Griegs hometown Bergen where Ibsen started as playwright & stage director), engaged Kjell Seim to conduct Griegs complete incidental stage music (24 movements) following the performances of “Peer Gynt” in Bergen and on tour to Munich.

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Steffen Horn (piano) (i samarbeid med L. Nordø Impresario & Culture Consult)
Grieg klaverkonsert
Lyriske stykker

Steffen Horn (piano) (in coop. with L. Nordø Impresario & Culture Consult)
Piano Concerto
Lyric Pieces

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Geir Draugsvoll (klassisk accordeon)
Arrangementer av Griegs musikk:
Holberg-Suite
Lyriske Stykker
Peer Gynt Suiter

Geir Draugsvoll (classical accordeon)
Arrangements of Griegs music:
Holberg-Suite
Lyric Pieces
Peer Gynt Suites

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Michala Petri & Lars Hannibal (blokkfløyter & gitar)
Arrangementer av Griegs musikk:
Lyriske stykker

Michala Petri & Lars Hannibal (recorders & guitar)
Arrangements of Griegs music
Lyric Pieces

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Konsertintroduksjoner Pro Arte kan tilby konsertintroduksjoner med Erling Dahl jr., musikkformidler og en av vår tids fremste Grieg-kjennere. Som mangeårig og kunnskapsrik direktør på Edvard Grieg´s Museum Troldhaugen har Dahl på en levende og ledig måte introdusert Grieg´s livsverk og annen klassisk musikk til musikkelskere fra hele verden.	Concert introductions Pro Arte can offer a prominent and acknowledged concert moderator: Erling Dahl jr., - long time director of Edvard Grieg´s Museum Troldhaugen, and one of today´s most accomplished introducers of Grieg´s music and of classical music in general.