Comments on: Hardanger Fiddle: A Historic Musical Instrument From Fjord Norway

By: Linda

Linda — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:16:49 +0000

My great-grandfather gave me his hardingfele when he moved into a senior care facility. I had it for many years, then in 1974 after moving to a new city, my apartment was burgled and my hardingfele was stolen. It was beautiful and had a carved dragon’s head at the top, the dragon had a crown and individually carved rows of teeth. I have searched onliine many times, but have never found my fiddle. However, it is emblazoned in my memory and carries with it such feelings of love.

By: Linda Joseph

Linda Joseph — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 04:47:31 +0000

I heard the Lodestar Trio this evening – what a wonderful group of fantastic musicians. It was magical and moving. I would love to explore the hardinger violin but could anyone advise where to buy one? All I can find are made in China! Thanks for your help.

By: Randi McKinnon(Fjordheksa)

Randi McKinnon(Fjordheksa) — Fri, 10 May 2024 19:55:39 +0000

HELLO TO ALL !
Yes, to me personally the notes in play on Harding fela, haunts me. It can make me cry or laugh out loud- it all depend on the notes played. Correctly stated Austin, fela was not allowed in the church but rather played in the barn yard among the animals because that was where ‘it’ belonged!

By: Austin Ace

Austin Ace — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:43:49 +0000

Amazing that the Hardanger fiddle was not allowed to be in the church during the wedding ceremony in the 1800’s because it was considered the work of the devil. Very interesting and haunting sound.

By: katrien

katrien — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 03:29:36 +0000

i think i have danced traditional folk danses to the sound of the haring fela when i was studying norwegian one year, many many years ago.

By: Sandi

Sandi — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:52:30 +0000

Norwegian Annbjørg Lien is one of the top Hardanger fiddle players in the world. She has been playing since she was a teen. I’ve been following her since her first album in 1988. She’s still an amazing player, even after overcoming an illness and partial deafness that kept her from playing.