Nordland Band (tm)
Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, and Finnish music
From Hambo to Hopsa
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This sweet, melodic music is satisfying to listen to, fun to dance to, and is a refreshing change of pace. The rolling bounce of the Scandic rhythms, like Hambo and Hopsa, insists you move your feet.
Versatile yet rooted in tradition
Nordland Band’s warm sound starts with violin, mandolin, guitar, wooden flute, and vocals. (And that is just the duet!) Drums, acoustic bass, second violin, and trumpet can be added. Repertoire is carefully chosen from folk pieces, popular music, and the band’s own compositions which live within the folk tradition. Jutta Distler, the leader, researches most of the music during visits to her musician family in Sweden and Denmark.
For private parties, Big Band Swing and other American music styles are available including foxtrot, cha cha, tango, and waltz, as well as 50s acoustic rock and Beatles songs.
Ranging far and wide
Call for details (847) 864–1022 between 10 AM and 10 PM C.S.T.
As Chicago’s only professional pan-Scandinavian band, the Nordland Band has, since its inception in 1990, been invited to perform for the Royal Danish Consulate, at the Winnipeg and the Earth Song Folk Festivals in Canada, Michigan’s Spirits of the Woods Folk Fest, the University of Michigan’s Folk Life Fest, and has been a regular for many years at Chicago’s Andersonville Midsommar Fest.
Viking beat will thrill your feet
If you’re looking for a group that can fill everyone with good spirits, the Nordland Band is ready to play. Dance instruction can also be provided.
Flexible and affordable
We fit the band’s size to your budget, needs, and interests. Contact us today to discuss your plans!
Sample music
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Valravnen
Medieval Danish song about a raven
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Lyse Naetter
Original Scandinavian-style waltz tune by Jutta Distler / Trio
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Telling Hopsa
Danish traditional dance tune / Trio
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Polska from Dorotea
Swedish traditional dance tune / Trio
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Lundstrom Medley
Scandinavian dance tune medley / Quartet
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Valravnen
Danish medieval song / Trio.
Lyse Naetter
Original Scandinavian-style waltz tune by Jutta Distler / Trio
Telling Hopsa
Danish traditional dance tune / Trio
Polska from Dorotea
Swedish traditional dance tune / Trio
Lundstrom Medley
Scandinavian dance tune medley / Quartet
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“[Their] music is exciting, and listeners will find it hard to keep from leaping up to dance.” — Natalie Wainwright, Arts & Life reviewer, Round Table
“Thank you so much for performing at our Bishop Hill Folk Festival! We have heard nothing but compliments about your music.” —Todd DeDecker, Bishop Hill Heritage Association Administrator
“Your performance was truly amazing and we are very glad that you could be part of this special event.” —Juan Carlos Acevedo, Outreach Coordinator, Wheeling Park District
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