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Sväng New Harmonica Quartet
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   Sväng New Harmonica Quartet: General Info
Member Since10/17/2007
Band Websitewww.svang.fi
Band MembersEero Turkka chromatic and diatonic harmonicas Eero Turkka got interested in blues harp as a little boy and ended up studying in Sibelius Academy. Besides harmonica he plays several other ethnic instruments and sings in multiple bands, including Turkka & Paalanen, Äijä, Trepaanit and Cedip Tur. Eero has graduated from Sibelius Academy in 2006.

Eero Grundström chromatic and diatonic harmonicas Eero Grundström is finalizing his studies in Sibelius Academy. He is also a multi-instrumentalist, composer and true improvisation wizard and has worked in all musical fields including free improvisation, theatre, circus, rock, jazz and modern. Apart from harmonica, Eero plays harmonium and other keyboards. His other projects are Spontaani Vire, Iso Karhu and Von & Af. Geero graduated from Sibelius Academy in 2008.

Pasi Leino bass harmonica Pasi Leino is the most senior member of the band. He worked several years with a best known Finnish harmonica trio/quartet “Raimo Sirkiä”. This trio was active almost 10 years between 1980 and 1990.

Jouko Kyhälä chord harmonica “Harmonetta”, chromatic and diatonic harmonicas Dr. Kyhälä graduated from Sibelius Academy folk music department in 1999 as the first to major harmonica. He completed his post gradate studies and became the first Doctor of Harmonica Arts in April 2007. Kyhälä has multiple musical capacities having worked with folk, jazz, pop, improvisation and modern dance projects as a composer, musician, performer, etc. Kyhälä plays keyboards and harmonica in over 20 albums. His other projects include Markku Lepistö & co, Pekka Lehti & Outo Voima.
Record LabelAitorecords Ltd
Type of LabelIndie


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Oct 29 2009 8:00P
World harmonica Festival Trossingen
Nov 22 2009 8:00P
Eura Eura
Mar 16 2010 8:00P
Maison marsannay Dijon, Marsannay-La-Côte
Apr 8 2010 8:00P
Schouwburg - Cultuurcentrum Ter Vesten Beveren
Apr 9 2010 8:00P
Stadsschouwburg Brugge
Apr 10 2010 8:00P
Cultureel Centrum Leopoldsburg Leopoldsburg
Aug 7 2010 8:00P
Verdo Konzertsaal Hitzacker/Elbe

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   About Sväng New Harmonica Quartet
"Harmonica Ensemble" may not immediately inspire thoughts of high art or serious music-making, but Sväng, founded in 2003, have proved to the disbelievers that this tiny instrument can be very expressive and that its potential is, in fact, unlimited!
With a dynamic, energetic stage presence and a repertoire of original music composed by the group themselves, Sväng are set to dazzle and delight listeners the world over. In their music, Slavic melancholy is bolstered by a compulsive rhythmic groove which betrays the groups' love of music of all stripes.
Sväng's debut album, released in 2004, was an instant success and has already achieved fame around the world. Following successful tours in the USA, Germany, France, Holland, Belgium, Austria, Hungary, Italy, Spain, Sweden, UK, Mexico and Japan, including many radio and television appearances, in January 2008 Sväng released album Jarruta. Perhaps their strong appeal can be attributed to the novelty of the ensemble sound coupled with their unique program of virtuoso Balkan rhythms, swinging ragtime, passionate tango, world music from the North and wild improvisations. A spectacle that must be witnessed live!
Dr. Jouko Kyhälä, who was teaching harmonica at the Sibelius Academy, teamed up with two of his students, Eero Turkka and Eero Grundström, to re-vitalize this bizarre, yet strangely appealing, form of ensemble. The concept was fulfilled when they were joined by veteran bass harp player Pasi Leino. The grounding element in this unique mixture of styles is the groove created by the rare chord harmonica Harmonetta and the incredibly low bass harmonica. The swinging groove and virtuoso soloists may appear somewhat nostalgic but inspired improvisations and a frantic stage manner bring this musical style bang up to date.
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David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Nov 23 2009 9:39 PM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace...
Poem 230 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(see my blog for details): 
CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY

As gospellers have said,
Beneath signalling skies,
On land dusty to tread,
A trough in a stable
Was the strawy first-bed
Of a divine baby -
The forgiving Godhead.

A season for new hope -
There then and here now;
The yuletide of goodwill -
There then and here now.

In respect of this chance,
Beneath bright or dark skies,
Faith's the star that we glance
Attending Christ's churches
And trying to enhance,
With singing and ritual,
Our God-loving stance.

A...

(C) David Franks 2003
Guillaume ROBIN

Guillaume ROBIN



Oct 30 2009 2:26 PM

Thanks for the add and listening my music.
New blues album available on my myspace page :
 Entre chien et loup
You can listen it and buy it with paypal.
Emergenza Festival Finland

Emergenza Festival



Oct 7 2009 12:26 PM

Primus Motor - New Songs!

Primus Motor - New Songs!



Sep 30 2009 12:12 PM

Hello Sväng!
Hope the recordings is going well!! Look forward for you new CD :) You are an inspiration!

Primus Motor has now worked good in the studio and recorded 4 new songs!
The new songs includes 2 new instruments, vocals and jaw harp!

Welcome to listen!
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Primus Motor - Swedish/Irish - Folk/Improvisation
harmonica, mandolin and double bass
RinneRadio

RinneRadio



Sep 25 2009 10:38 AM

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BAND OF MEN

BAND OF MEN



Sep 23 2009 2:22 PM


 

Thanks for the add.
Oh, guys, really fantastic sound here!
Like it so much
Pier
David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Sep 18 2009 12:35 PM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace... 

Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(please see my blog): 
TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001 

Where traditions are not so rare; 
    Sea, country and works scent the air; 
A multitude of monuments, 
    Planted tubs and patterned pavements. 

The longish pedestrian malls; 
    The remnants of defensive walls; 
Historic buildings are a gauge 
    Of the respect for heritage. 

Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; 
    Estuaries guarded by shields; 
Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; 
    Romantic-ruin go-betweens. 

Rivers in parts licked by trees, 
    Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, 
And crossed by practical delights - 
    Varied spans, forming pleasing sights. 

Fine churches headed at Durham; 
    Football kits ad infinitum; 
Kept castles - one for study; 
    Masonry behind masonry. 

And, with moulding-works out that way, 
It’s somewhere for a longer stay..? 

(C) David Franks 2003
Acorn (Suomi)

Acorn (Suomi)



Sep 14 2009 7:39 PM

Kiitokset Ystävyydestä!

-Acorn-
Il respiro dell'arte

Il respiro dell'arte



Sep 14 2009 9:58 AM

Grazie per l'amicizia..... è un vero piacere !!!



Albumtrad

Albumtrad



Sep 2 2009 9:02 PM




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dirty fingernails

dirty fingernails



Aug 23 2009 8:51 PM

Heips!

Meidan sivulla uusi video + pari uutta remixia........

x
°Ren Deetz!°

°Ren Deetz!°



Aug 20 2009 2:51 AM

Hallo!!
How are you guys?
When will you come back to Mexico city, hu? hahaha
I hope very soon!
We need you ;)
Take care, kisses.
KYOKO

KYOKO



Aug 17 2009 3:24 PM

Dear everyone in Sväng;

Huge CONGRATS on your 200 gigs!
That means, everywhere in the world
you filled us with delight + inspiration
200 times -- no, a lot more!!
With every single piece/tune of you guys
we feel dramatic vibrations:)

Stay unique!
Sincerely, Kyoko

(So proud of having you in Tokyo:-D)
LINTULA

LINTULA



Aug 16 2009 2:15 PM





Rafał Kreczmer

Rafał Kreczmer



Jul 31 2009 11:51 PM





hi Svang
my propositions for DVD promo

greeting from Poland
Rafal
Rafał Kreczmer

Rafał Kreczmer



Jul 31 2009 11:03 PM

hi Pasi & Svang
great concert's
great music
thanks to DVD
harmonica  & your's music is best

Rafal
Ruuti

Ruuti



Jul 24 2009 9:36 PM

Kiitoksia te huulikurtun kuninkaat!
Λαβύρυθμος/Labyrythmos

Λαβύρυθμος/Labyrythmos



Jul 21 2009 8:47 AM

Hi! We admire your music. You are a very nice band. We are glad to be your friends. Have a nice summer!
Interalia

Interalia



Jul 16 2009 9:33 AM

Thanks for the add guys.
 

Neiti Rubinstein

Neiti Rubinstein



Jul 13 2009 5:22 PM

Neiti nöyrästi ystävyydestänne kiittää!
Rafał Kreczmer

Rafał Kreczmer



Jul 10 2009 11:11 AM

thanks to add
I am greeting from Poland
Rafal
Mousey

Mousey



Jul 7 2009 8:57 PM

I heard you guys on BBC radio 3 one night, really good stuff. We need more harmonica players out there. Or maybe not, you're all we need! :)
Chris Parkinson

Chris Parkinson



Jun 30 2009 2:00 PM

Hi Sväng, your music is wonderful. It is so rewarding to hear such beautiful music and clever arrangements played using harmonicas. Respect and best wishes to you all, Chris.
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