Väsen with special guest Madeleine Roger
October 30 @ 8:00 PM
Doors open an hour before showtime.
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Väsen is a Swedish folk duo made up of Olov Johansson on nyckelharpa and Mikael Marin on viola, two master musicians with a long and celebrated history of playing together. Deeply rooted in the traditional music of Uppland, Sweden, their sound is shaped by centuries-old fiddle tunes, inventive compositions, and a musical conversation that feels both timeless and contemporary. With backgrounds in classical music and a shared passion for groove and nuance, Olov and Mikael create richly textured performances that are equal parts soulful, playful, and technically dazzling.
Over the course of their decades-long collaboration, the duo has become known for their telepathic musical connection and the ability to make complex rhythms and harmonies feel effortless. Whether performing traditional dance tunes or original pieces, they bring intensity and warmth to the stage, captivating audiences around the world. Väsen’s music honors the past while forging new paths, showcasing the depth and versatility of Swedish folk in a format that feels intimate, adventurous, and alive.
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Madeleine Roger
Madeleine Roger (she/her) is an award-winning singer-songwriter from Winnipeg, Canada. While skillfully accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, it is her artistry as a songwriter that can silence a room, uniting her lyrical prowess with breathtaking melodies that linger long after they are sung.
Her newest collection of songs is a deeply personal body of work examining every nook and cranny of love and loss. It is unflinchingly honest, and is the result of three years of soul-digging, experimentation, and fine-tuning – Madeleine has poured over every word. Nerve, the album created in the process (out August 2024 on Birthday Cake Records) is her sophomore solo release, and it touches the exposed nerve left over from a breakup with a long-term lover and musical collaborator, the death of a soul-friend, the secret of an unrequited love, months of caring for a dying grandparent, and finding a curious peace in spite of it. It was produced by Josh Kaufman (Bob Weir, Bonny Light Horseman, Hiss Golden Messenger, Anaïs Mitchell) and recorded in four days in Kingston NY by engineer D. James Goodwin (The National, Fruit Bats, The Hold Steady).
She has toured extensively across Canada, Europe, USA, and the UK sharing her music live at the Winnipeg Folk Festival (MB), Shetland Island Folk Festival (UK), Vancouver Island Music Festival (BC), Wintergrass Music Festival (US), Dawson City Music Festival (YT) among many others. She is also a regular collaborator with JUNO award winning string quartet The Fretless, appearing with them in performances and on recordings as a vocalist and co-writer.
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