The härjedalspipa is a Swedish traditional fipple

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, similar to the

spilåpipa thumb The spilåpipa (or ''spelpipa'', ''spälapipa'', ''låtapipa'') is a type of fipple flute traditional in Sweden. It is traditionally from the pastoral/transhumant cultures of that country, though more widespread in the modern era. It is or ...

with a slightly softer sound and only six finger holes. The model originated in Härjedalen, hence the name, and the most recognized traditional bearer of the instrument was Olof Jönsson (1867–1953), called Ol'Jansa, in Överberg, Härjedalen.Ol'Jansas låtbok, Svenskt visarkiv 2006, The method of manufacture was preserved thanks to Oskar Olofsson in Lillhärdal, who passed his knowledge on to Gunnar Stenmark in Ås. Stenmark is today the most recognized maker of the instrument. The traditional Härjedalspipa is made from

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and tuned in the key of A# at the bottom (all six finger holes covered). The scale includes some blue notes, in particular the third, sixth and seventh which are flat by 20–25 cents compared to the

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scale. Today, instruments are made also in other keys and temperaments.

Musicians on härjedalspipa

* Ale Möller *

Göran Månsson Göran or Jöran (both pronounced ) is the Swedish language, Swedish form of George (given name), George, not to be confused with the Slavic languages, Slavic Goran (Slavic name), Goran. Notable people with the name include: *Göran Andersson, S ...

* Gunnar Stenmark

References

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