What is a stämma?
A stämma, meaning “meeting” in Swedish, gathers together musicians and dancers to celebrate their traditions. This is
an all-inclusive event that is designed to be family friendly and widely open to the public!
The Nordic Center (NC) is proud to present the second annual Duluth-stämman: Folk Music & Dance Festival. Building off the success of Nisswa-stämman’s 20 years of celebrating Nordic music and dance in the Brainerd area, the NC is excited to continue this festival tradition in the Twin Ports area. This year’s festival will offer dances, workshops, jam circles, performances, youth activities, and a unique experience that is inclusive to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. This year’s musical performers will include many of the finest Nordic musicians from around North America!
2024 Stämma Participant/Attendee Quotes
“I enjoy witnessing the “evidence” that folk music/traditional music/cultural music is a living entity, one that ties together, in a congenial spirit, the past, the present, and hopefully the future.”
“I enjoyed hearing the considerable variety of music played by the bands and the varying skill levels represented. And, generally speaking, the “wranglers” did a good job of keeping the performances on schedule. The sound people were knowledgeable and great to work with.”
“Cheers! It looked effortless – sound, performers, etc… and I know it is a lot of work! I also appreciate the opportunity to hear new music from within the tradition. Culture lives when it allows itself to change with successive generations.”
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Duluth-stämman 2024
Join us in Duluth on June 7th & 8th for Duluth-stämman 2024, a wonderful weekend…
