The HFAA is proud to announce our second annual Online Winter Workshop, “Open Hearth”, to take place on Zoom February 5-6, 2022. It will feature Beginning/Intermediate hardingfele taught by Vidar Skrede, Intermediate/Advanced hardingfele taught by Håkon Høgemo, and dance taught by Anbjørg Myhra Bergwitz and Audun Grüner-Hegge, plus NEW this year: a special session featuring a short performance and conversation with renowned composer/performer Anne Hytta about modern “5+5” Hardanger fiddles (also commonly referred to as Hardanger d'amore) and their usage in both traditional and contemporary contexts. Also returning is our popular Luthiers’ Corner, as well as your favorite evening party dance/fiddling activities. Registration is free! If you have questions please write to winterworkshop@hfaa.org. We hope to see you there!
Save the Dates!
Our regular summer workshops are scheduled for July 21-24, 2022, July 20-23, 2023, July 18-21, 2024, and July 17-20, 2025, all at Folklore Village, Dodgeville, WI. We hope to see you there!
Upcoming Hardanger Fiddle Music and Dance Events
To see the latest listing of upcoming Hardanger fiddle music and dance events, see our Events page. If you would like to publicize an event here, contact us with full information.
Our Membership Brochure is Available
This colorful pamphlet describes the history and lore surrounding the Hardanger fiddle and the HFAA's role in promoting its music and dance in America. It also includes a membership application form. Visit our Membership page to see more or to download a copy.
The Hardanger Fiddle Association of America (HFAA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, strengthening and energizing the Hardanger fiddle music and dance community in North America.
