Saturday, June 29 11 am – 12.30 pm
3x100 meters Re(p)lay
Prepare for an exhilarating journey with the “3×100 meters re(p)lay” – a creative evolution of last year’s musical spectacle! Secure your ticket now for an unparalleled adventure where you, alongside our virtuoso festival musicians, will embark on a high-caliber musical relay.
The “3×100 meters re(p)lay” offers you exclusive access to three electrifying concerts, each spanning roughly 20 minutes, occurring simultaneously across three distinct venues. Emulate the vigor of a relay racer as you launch from your designated starting point, surging through the course to each musical milestone. Your ticket will designate your initial venue – yet, rest assured, every attendee will complete this journey, enriched by a full spectrum of musical delights. This year’s venues include the Baptist Church, Salvation Army, and Risør Church, setting the stage for a memorable trek. In the spirit of an athlete, you’ll briskly transition from one performance to the next during the intermissions.
As both an observer and participant, a ‘personal coach’ or guide will usher you to subsequent performances. Anticipate a concert series brimming with unexpected delights and comedic musical interludes. The “3×100 meters re(p)lay” promises not just exceptional experiences but a spectacularly entertaining commencement to your festivities!
Frankågunnar
Last year, Frank Havrøy seized the audience’s imagination with a memorable opening address. This season, he aims to outdo himself with a whimsically engaging duet alongside his reliable “sparring partner,” Gunnar Flagstad. Performing under the moniker Frankågunnar, they’re set to ascend new heights with their dynamic selection. Primed to “launch” into the musical slopes, their show promises a blend of technical prowess and lighthearted mirth, sure to rally the crowd.
Gunnar Flagstad – piano
Frank Havrøy – baritone
Händel/Halvorsen in Mixed Relay
Experience a melodious relay featuring Oda Holt Günther (violin) and Michael Grolid (viola) in an exquisite musical pas de deux. Culminating with Halvorsen’s renowned Passacaglia, this concert is poised to captivate attendees.
Michael Grolid – viola
Oda Holt Günther – violin
Three Runners Without Blocks
Jarle Storløkken (guitar), Sebastian Haukås (trumpet), and NN warmly invite you to a “block-free” musical sprint at the Baptist Church. Freed from the constraints of starting blocks, this trio will navigate their repertoire with unparalleled agility and spontaneity, showcasing true artistry in motion. High energy and engaging, the trio’s chemistry and improvisational prowess promise an unforgettable segment of the relay, leaving audiences exhilarated.
Jarle Storløkken – guitar
Sebastian Haukås – trumpet
NN