Description
The Nyckelharpa CADENCE cooperation is an outstanding example of cultural adult education and cooperation in Europe, supported by the European Commission. This unique project was brought to life through the joint efforts of the educational institutions “Eric Sahlström Institutet” in Sweden, “Akademie BURG FÜRSTENECK” in Germany and “Scuola di Musica Popolare di Forlimpopoli” in Italy. Between January and October 2010, a multinational study group delved deep into the world of adult musical education, focusing on the nyckelharpa, a traditional stringed instrument.
The fascination of the nyckelharpa
As a captivating stringed instrument played with a bow, the nyckelharpa has a keyboard, the so-called “keys”, to change the pitch, while resonating strings enrich its unique sound. This instrument, which has been documented in the three participating countries Sweden, Italy and Germany since the late Middle Ages, is part of Europe’s common cultural heritage. After a long history in which the nyckelharpa was mainly played in Sweden, it is now experiencing a worldwide renaissance thanks to passionate musicians and is being used in various musical styles.
Insight into the CADENCE cooperation
Participants in the Nyckelharpa CADENCE program had the opportunity to immerse themselves in music education by learning about the methods and activities of the host educational institutions. In addition to music lessons, public conferences and concerts as well as meetings with local cultural institutions were part of the varied program. The aim was to compare pedagogical approaches and explore the diversity of music education in Europe, with the nyckelharpa serving as a unifying element.
The importance of the nyckelharpa in music education
The nyckelharpa has not only inspired the music world, but has also contributed to the emergence of new pedagogical approaches and courses of study, particularly at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. The experiences and findings from the visits to the three countries have led to a deeper understanding of the musical and pedagogical possibilities of the instrument.
Cooperation across borders
The successful cooperation between the educational institutions has also led to a deeper partnership between the municipalities of Forlimpopoli, Eiterfeld and Tierp, which actively support the Nyckelharpa CADENCE projects. This shows how music and education can connect people and communities across national borders.
Discover Nyckelharpa CADENCE – A window to Europe’s musical heart
This booklet not only offers insights into the CADENCE Grundtvig program, but also into the fascinating world of the nyckelharpa. It invites you to learn more about this extraordinary instrument and its role in adult cultural education. Visit our website www.cadence.nyckelharpa.eu for more articles, sheet music and to become part of this vibrant musical community.
Let yourself be inspired and become part of the nyckelharpa community
The nyckelharpa is more than an instrument; it is a living symbol of Europe’s rich cultural heritage and its continued existence in the modern world. The CADENCE project not only preserves this heritage, but also develops and reinterprets it. If you are interested in music, culture and education, the Nyckelharpa CADENCE offers you the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into these topics and become part of an international community of like-minded people.
Your next step
Are you ready to explore the fascinating world of the nyckelharpa and broaden your musical horizons? Our publication “Nyckelharpa CADENCE” is the first step on this path. It offers you not only valuable insights, but also practical resources to begin your musical journey with the nyckelharpa. Get your copy now and be inspired by the diversity and beauty of European music!
