Anja Lauvdal in Harriet Backer's world
Concert in the Exhibition Harriet Backer. Every Atom is Colour
Jazzpianist and electronic musician Anja Lauvdal performs solo in the exhibition Harriet Backer. Every Atom is Colour
A mesmerizing concert blending improvisation and soundscapes inspired by Harriet Backer's art and Agathe Backer Grøndahl's musical legacy.
Anja Lauvdal is an improviser, pianist, and electronic musician who has become a prominent figure in Norway's jazz scene over the past decade. Known for her work with groups like Moskus, Skadedyr, Broen, and Cosmic River, she has developed a distinctive, atmospheric sound. Lauvdal's music often conjures vivid soundscapes that reflect the rhythms and sounds of nature, showcasing her unique ability to merge improvisation with storytelling.
Anja Lauvdal debuted as a solo artist with her album From a Story Now Lost in 2022. Rooted in her own improvisations, the music unfolds as a reflective essay exploring time and the recovery of forgotten narratives. Through evocative soundscapes, Lauvdal invites listeners to rediscover and reconnect with stories long lost to memory.
The album draws significant inspiration from Agathe Backer Grøndahl, one of Norway's most celebrated composers and pianists of her time, though her name is less known today. Using Backer Grøndahl’s story as a foundation, Anja Lauvdal has crafted soundscapes that are surprising, meditative, and beautiful, breathing new life into a legacy that deserves rediscovery.