These are Karen Solgard’s transcriptions of some of Norwegian tunes for the hardanger fiddle. Musical notation is only a guide to one way to play a tune. Use the written notes along with the recordings. If you hear something different than what is written down, good. Trust your ears. Play what you hear.

     Reiselaat fra Hallingdal                 Steffasgard Rorospols                     Trondelag Bridal Waltz

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Written music is a sketch. Sound documents are the ultimate authority.

To hear Karen Solgard play these tunes.

Karen Solgard will be performing at the Fiddle Club of the World‘s meeting on Sunday, November 30 at the Leadway Bar & Gallery. Click here to register, or call 773.728.6000.