Malleus Clericum
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Thomas von Wachenfeldts 2010 album Malleus Clericum Hinsltar, nckvalser och hxdanser (The Clergy Hammer Devil-songs, sprite waltzes, and witch-dances) is a solo violin masterpiece consisting of 25 tracks rooted in traditional Swedish folk music and lore. This album is primarily a listening experience a flight of the imagination rather than for dancing. Despite the lone instrument, the compositions are versatile enough and the playing is so spellbinding that it never grows tedious. From the sinister energy of Djvulspolskan (The Devil's Polska) to the more melancholic interpretations of Nckltar, which are tunes associated with the mythical water spirit Ncken. Many of these pieces were originally known as bravurltar (bravura tunes), a term specific to the Swedish musical tradition for songs that showcase not only the fiddler's virtuosity but also his connection to the spirit world.
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Format: CDArtist: Thomas Von Wachenfeldt
Release Date: 01 September 2023
Genre: Folk
Label: Nordvis
Distributor: MGM Music
