Afternoon Contemporary Finnish Strings
Description
Join us for a contemporary twist on traditional Finnish instruments!
So, what is a kantele? kantele is a traditional Finnish string instrument. The kantele has a distinctive bell-like sound. It is even featured in the Kalevala where the mage makes the very first kantele from bone.
About Jenni Venäläinen
Jenni Venäläinen is a versatile kantele player and singer and she plays different kinds of kanteles from 5 stringed kantele to 38 stringed concert kantele. She has specialised in Carelian kantele tradition and improvisation. In her project Melkutus Party the old dancing tunes played by kantele are transformed into modern dancing party tunes.
Jenni graduated as a Master in Music from Arts University Sibelius Academy in 2019 and she has performed in Finland, Nordic and Baltic countries and Russia. Her most active ensembles are Aoide and Tikkursby. Numerous possibilities, tones of sounds and playing techniques in kantele inspire her to create her own musical sound.
Doors will open at 6 PM with a no host bar with beer and wine for purchase. Light refreshments to be served.
To learn more about the Jenni Venäläinen check out her website https://www.jennivenalainen.com/about
Refunds: All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable.
Parking: We encourage guests to use public transportation or ride-sharing services. Our 75-space parking lot is open on a first-come, first-served basis.
Accessibility: Nordia House has two accessible parking spots in our main lot facing SW Oleson Rd. Both the main entrance facing SW Oleson Rd. and our side entrance facing SW Taylors Ferry Rd. are wheelchair accessible. All restrooms have accessible stalls but no power doors. We will do our best to accommodate your needs upon arrival. Please call 503-977-0275 or email info@nordicnorthwest.org to arrange further assistance.