Workshop – Medieval Ballads with the Swedish Choir of Montreal

A message from Matthew Lane (Artistic Director)

Immerse yourself in the world of Swedish medieval ballads and discover a musical and poetic tradition passed down orally since the 13th century.

The Swedish Choir of Montreal breathes new life into these works by reharmonizing and adapting them for choir and instruments, making them resonate with today's audiences. During the workshop, you will learn a chorus and a vocal accompaniment, which you will sing with the choir during the performance of a ballad. You will also discover the fascinating history of these songs and how they have been passed down through the centuries. During the workshop, you will learn a refrain and vocal accompaniment to sing along with the choir in the performance of a ballad. You will also explore the fascinating history of these songs and how they have been transmitted through the centuries.