Experienced – NordicTunes

D-mollisotiisi

Nordictunes — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:19:58 +0000

D‑mollisotiisi” is a traditional‑inspired folk tune composed by Konsta Jylhä (1910–1984), one of Finland’s most influential pelimanni fiddlers and composers. The title literally means “Schottische in D minor”.

Hailing from Kaustinen, a central hub of Finnish folk music, Jylhä played a major role in popularizing the pelimanni style, blending fiddle‑driven melodies with rhythmic dance forms. Alongside well‑known compositions like Konstan Parempi Valssi and Vaiennut Viulu, D‑mollisotiisi exemplifies his contribution to mid‑20th‑century Finnish folk music.

The tune has also been recorded and arranged by ensembles such as the Sibelius Academy Folk Big Band, bringing Jylhä’s folk compositions into modern ensemble contexts while preserving their traditional character.

Nyårspolkan

Nordictunes — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:44:19 +0000

Polska efter Johan Skar

Nordictunes — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 10:59:00 +0000

Polska after Johan Skar is a traditional Swedish folk tune collected from the fiddler Johan Skar (1840-1921) in Svanskog, Värmland, Sweden.

Eklundapolska #3

Nordictunes — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 10:55:14 +0000

Eklundapolska No. 3 is one of the most famous compositions by the fiddle player Viksta-Lasse (Johan Leonard Larsson, 1897–1983) from Eklunda in Viksta parish, Uppland,Sweden. It is part of a series of three Eklundapolskas that he composed, influenced by the Uppland folk music tradition.

Viksta-Lasse began playing at the age of ten on a fiddle built from a cigar box.

Lukkari Heikin polkka

Nordictunes — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:55:12 +0000

Lukkari Heikin polkka is a traditional Finnish folk tune, known for its lively rhythm and strong connection to Finnish music traditions. The title refers to “Heikki the parish clerk,” reflecting its rural origins. With its upbeat tempo and distinctive polka feel, it is especially popular among accordion players in Finland and Sweden.