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När Det Lider Mot Jul
"När det lider mot jul", also known as "Det strålar en stjärna", is a Swedish Christmas song with lyrics by Jeanna Oterdahl, and written for vocals and piano in 1909 (opus 19) by Ruben Liljefors. A version for mixed choir A choir ( ; also known as a chorale or chorus) is a musical ensemble of singers. Choral music, in turn, is the music written specifically for such an ensemble to perform. Choirs may perform music from the classical music repertoire, which sp ..., a cappella, was added in 1933Högman, sid 23 and originally published in 1944 in music, 1944 by Gehrmans musikförlag. The song’s later popularity is said to have been affected by publication in Gottfrid Berg’s ''Läroverkskören '' 1950 and after being recorded on record, it was heard in TV in the early 1960s. Recordings The song has been recorded by several Swedish choirs, including KFUM:s kammarkör, Kammarkören Pro Musica, Orphei Drängar, Göteborgs Gosskör, among others, as well as by solo artists an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Swedish Language
Swedish ( ) is a North Germanic language spoken predominantly in Sweden and in parts of Finland. It has at least 10 million native speakers, the fourth most spoken Germanic language and the first among any other of its type in the Nordic countries overall. Swedish, like the other Nordic languages, is a descendant of Old Norse, the common language of the Germanic peoples living in Scandinavia during the Viking Era. It is largely mutually intelligible with Norwegian and Danish, although the degree of mutual intelligibility is largely dependent on the dialect and accent of the speaker. Written Norwegian and Danish are usually more easily understood by Swedish speakers than the spoken languages, due to the differences in tone, accent, and intonation. Standard Swedish, spoken by most Swedes, is the national language that evolved from the Central Swedish dialects in the 19th century and was well established by the beginning of the 20th century. While distinct regional varieties ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Loa Falkman
Carl Johan "Loa" Falkman (born 24 July 1947) is a Swedish opera singer, actor and artist. He was appointed hovsångare by H.M. the King of Sweden in 2003.http://www.kungahuset.se/royalcourt Swedish Royal Court official home page After studying music, Falkman made his first major performance on the Royal Swedish Opera in 1973. In Melodifestivalen 1990 (Swedish preselection contest for the Eurovision Song Contest), Falkman got the last place with his song "Symfonin" ("The Symphony"). He often plays pompous, vile characters like Wall-Enberg in ''Lilla Jönssonligan'', Tillström in ''Newsmakers'' or Factory Owner Persson in '' Kronjuvelerna''. Filmography *2011 – '' Kronjuvelerna'' *2009 – ''Newsmakers'' *2006 – '' Lilla Jönssonligan & stjärnkuppen'' *2006 – ''7 miljonärer'' *2004 – ''Lilla Jönssonligan på kollo'' *1999 – '' Dödsklockan'' *1997 – '' Lilla Jönssonligan på styva linan'' *1996 – ''Lilla Jönssonligan och cornflakeskuppen'' *1995 – ''Like It ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thorleifs Songs
Thorleifs was a Swedish dansband, formed in 1962 in Norrhult, Kronoberg County Kronoberg County (; sv, Kronobergs län) is a county or '' län'' in southern Sweden. Kronoberg is one of three counties in the province of Småland. It borders the counties of Skåne, Halland, Jönköping, Kalmar, and Blekinge. Its capital is ..., Sweden and led by Thorleif Torstensson. The band sings in Swedish and many other languages, and released some albums in German language, German. It also took part in Melodifestivalen 2009 with the song "Sweet Kissin' in the Moonlight" but did not proceed into the finals. Members ; Guitar, lead vocals and saxophone * Thorleif Torstensson (1962–2012) ; Guitar and vocals * Magnus Bergdahl (1968–2008) * Bosse Thyren (2011–2012) ; Drums and vocals * Åke Eriksson (1962–1970) * Jörgen Löfstedt (1970–2012) ; Bass * Bo Ehrenmo (1962–1969) * Kim Lindahl (1969–2012) ; Keyboards and accordion * Johan Möller (1962–1991) * Bert Måns ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Swedish-language Songs
Swedish ( ) is a North Germanic language spoken predominantly in Sweden and in parts of Finland. It has at least 10 million native speakers, the fourth most spoken Germanic language and the first among any other of its type in the Nordic countries overall. Swedish, like the other Nordic languages, is a descendant of Old Norse, the common language of the Germanic peoples living in Scandinavia during the Viking Era. It is largely mutually intelligible with Norwegian and Danish, although the degree of mutual intelligibility is largely dependent on the dialect and accent of the speaker. Written Norwegian and Danish are usually more easily understood by Swedish speakers than the spoken languages, due to the differences in tone, accent, and intonation. Standard Swedish, spoken by most Swedes, is the national language that evolved from the Central Swedish dialects in the 19th century and was well established by the beginning of the 20th century. While distinct regional varieties a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pernilla Wahlgren Songs
Pernilla is a Swedish female given name derived from Petronella, and may refer to: * Pernilla Andersson (born 1969), Swedish singer and songwriter * Pernilla August (born 1969), Swedish actress * Anna Pernilla Backman (born 1969), Swedish composer, artist and singer known as ''Meja'' * Pernilla Karlsson (born 1990), Swedo-Finnish singer who represented Finland in the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 * Pernilla Månsson Colt (born 1966), Swedish journalist and producer * Pernilla Stålhammar (born 1971), Swedish politician * Pernilla Wiberg (born 1970), Swedish former alpine ski racer and winner of two Olympic gold medals See also * Pernille, the corresponding Danish and Norwegian name Swedish feminine given names {{given name, nocat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Swedish Christmas Songs
Swedish or ' may refer to: Anything from or related to Sweden, a country in Northern Europe. Or, specifically: * Swedish language, a North Germanic language spoken primarily in Sweden and Finland ** Swedish alphabet, the official alphabet used by the Swedish language * Swedish people or Swedes, persons with a Swedish ancestral or ethnic identity ** A national or citizen of Sweden, see demographics of Sweden ** Culture of Sweden * Swedish cuisine See also * * Swedish Church (other) * Swedish Institute (other) * Swedish invasion (other) * Swedish Open (other) Swedish Open is a tennis tournament. Swedish Open may also refer to: *Swedish Open (badminton) * Swedish Open (table tennis) *Swedish Open (squash) *Swedish Open (darts) The Swedish Open is a darts tournament established in 1969, held in Malm ... {{disambig Language and nationality disambiguation pages ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uppsala Universitet
Uppsala University ( sv, Uppsala universitet) is a public research university in Uppsala, Sweden. Founded in 1477, it is the oldest university in Sweden and the Nordic countries still in operation. The university rose to significance during the rise of Sweden as a great power at the end of the 16th century and was then given a relative financial stability with a large donation from King Gustavus Adolphus in the early 17th century. Uppsala also has an important historical place in Swedish national culture, identity and for the Swedish establishment: in historiography, literature, politics, and music. Many aspects of Swedish academic culture in general, such as the white student cap, originated in Uppsala. It shares some peculiarities, such as the student nation system, with Lund University and the University of Helsinki. Uppsala belongs to the Coimbra Group of European universities and to the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities. It has ranked among the world's 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Barnens Svenska Sångbok
''Barnens svenska sångbok'' ("Children's Swedish Song book") is a 1999 Swedish song book by Anders Palm and Johan Stenström. It follows the 1997 song book ''Den svenska sångboken'' and is followed by the 2009 song book ''Evert Taube – Sångboken''. The books include songs for children from the 17th and 18th Centuries as well as more contemporary works and the songs are meant to be sung at home, at kindergarten and/or at school. Contents Sånger för småfolk ("Songs For Children (little people)") *1.'' Det gåtfulla folket'' ("The Puzzling People") *2.''Mors lilla Olle'' ("Mother's Little Olle") *3.''Tula hem och tula vall'' *4.'' Vart ska du gå, min lilla flicka?'' ("Where are you going, my little girl?") *5.''Tummeliten'' *6.'' Sockerbagaren'' ("The Pastry chef") *7.'' Blinka lilla stjärna'' *8.''Lilla Ludde'' *9.''Vem kan segla förutan vind?'' ("Who Can Sail Without Wind?") *10.''Lunka på'' ("Plod on") *11.''Tycker du om mig'' ("Do You Like Me") *12.''Alfabetsvisan'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Välkommen Hem (E
''Välkommen hem'' is the second studio album released by Swedish boy band E.M.D. It marks their first release of material sung in Swedish. The album was released in Sweden on November 9, 2009 and features both classic and lesser known Christmas songs. The album was recorded in Stockholm, Sweden at Grünewaldsalen and was produced by Peter Nordahl. The first and only single to be released off the album was the title track "Välkommen hem". Track listing #"Jul, jul, strålande jul" #" Ave Maria" #"Välkommen hem" #"När det lider mot jul" #"O helga natt" #"Halleluja" #"Stilla natt" #"Ängel" #" Julvisa"(Giv mig ej glans, ej guld, ej prakt) #" Koppången" #"Härlig är jorden" Chart positions The album was sold exclusively at ICA retail stores, bringing money to the World Childhood Foundation, and therefore the album was ineligible to chart upon first release. Despite not being eligible to chart, ''Välkommen hem'' sold over 160,000 copies, and was certified 4× Platinum. In 2019 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2009 In Music
This topic covers notable events and articles related to 2009 in music. Specific locations *2009 in American music *2009 in Australian music *2009 in British music * 2009 in Canadian music *2009 in European music (Continental Europe) * 2009 in Irish music *2009 in Japanese music * 2009 in New Zealand music *2009 in Norwegian music *2009 in South Korean music Specific genres *2009 in rock music *2009 in classical music *2009 in country music *2009 in electro pop music * 2009 in heavy metal music * 2009 in hip hop music *2009 in Latin music * 2009 in jazz * 2009 in opera Events January * January 8 – Lady Gaga's debut single " Just Dance" hit number one on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 after 22 weeks – the second longest climb to number one, since the Creed single, " With Arms Wide Open", in November 2000 (27 weeks). Just Dance also reaches number 1 on the UK Singles Chart three days later, a week after it debuted at number 3. * January 16– February 1 – The Big Day Out ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vikingarna (band)
Vikingarna is a Swedish dansband formed in Karlstad in 1958. It is the best-selling dansband, and one of the best-selling artists, in Scandinavia and is often regarded as the greatest dansband to have existed. At the time of its 2004 dissolution it had sold more than 11 million records. History 1958–1973: Formation and early years In 1958, as skiffle bands were reaching the height of their popularity in Europe, Ji-Coo and the Vikings were formed in Sweden, with Gunnar Olsson on guitar, Hans Axelsson on bass, Egon Olsson on drums, Svante Valjestöl on keyboards, Jens “Ji-Coo” Carlson on saxophone, and Newman Alexander on trumpet. The band did not have a lead singer at first, but after a series of auditions, Kerstin Larsson was hired for the job. The band became a local hit, and in 1961, they were given a shot at recording their first EP, ''Viking Boogie'', which entered the Top 20 charts on Radio Luxembourg. However, the lack of a real breakthrough became a struggle f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thorleifs
Thorleifs was a Swedish dansband, formed in 1962 in Norrhult, Kronoberg County, Sweden and led by Thorleif Torstensson. The band sings in Swedish and many other languages, and released some albums in German. It also took part in Melodifestivalen 2009 Melodifestivalen 2009 was a Sweden, Swedish song contest held between February and March 2009. It was the selection for the 49th song to represent Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest, and was the 48th edition of Melodifestivalen. Five heats were ... with the song " Sweet Kissin' in the Moonlight" but did not proceed into the finals. Members ; Guitar, lead vocals and saxophone * Thorleif Torstensson (1962–2012) ; Guitar and vocals * Magnus Bergdahl (1968–2008) * Bosse Thyren (2011–2012) ; Drums and vocals * Åke Eriksson (1962–1970) * Jörgen Löfstedt (1970–2012) ; Bass * Bo Ehrenmo (1962–1969) * Kim Lindahl (1969–2012) ; Keyboards and accordion * Johan Möller (1962–1991) * Bert Månson (1991–1993) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
