The people of Bergen love classical music, especially when the music is composed by the famous Norwegian composer, Edvard Grieg. The Edvard Grieg Hall and Museum illustrate how important he is to Bergen’s culture. However, there is something in Bergen for everyone. Classical, opera, heavy metal, jazz….it is all here in Bergen for you to experience.
Ole Blues Festival
Location: Various musical venues in Bergen
Times: April – May (annual)
The Ole Blues Festival occurs each year in Bergen and invites performers specializing in American Jazz, R&B, Blues, Rock, Pop, and Folk to perform in various venues all over the city. Since its first year in 1993 the Ole Blues Festival has gained popularity and praise from critics all over the world. The line-up for each year’s festival is usually out in mid February. For more information please call +47 55 21 50 60 or check out the Ole Blues Festival website at http://www.oleblues.net.
Vest Norges Opera
Location: Various locations, typically the Grieg Hall
Current Performances:
Tchaikovsky’s Eugen Onegin, performances throughout November at Grieg Hall
Admission for Eugen Onegin:
NOK 350/270/150 + fee
The Vest Norges Opera (West Norwegian Opera) was formed in 1996 as an attempt to create a permanent opera in the area. Since its inception the Vest Norges Opera has preformed over 25 productions with many more on the horizon. For more information on upcoming productions, or for tickets, please call (+47) 5554 4340 or visit the official website at http://www.vestnorgesopera.no
Troldhaugen
Location: Troldhaugveien 65
Museum Hours:
May 1 – September 30
Monday to Sunday 9:00am – 600pm
October 1 – November 30
Monday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Thursday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Friday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday 12:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday 12:00am – 4:00pm
December
CLOSED
April 1 – April 30
Monday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Thursday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Friday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday 12:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday 12:00am – 4:00pm
Admission:
Adults: NOK 50
Students: NOK 20
Children under 16: Free
The Troldhaugen concert hall is the home of Edvard Grieg, the famous composer. Troldhaugen has excellent acoustics and is a stunning piece of architecture. Completed in 1985 it is now equipped with a large grand piano and is host to many classical music concerts. Over 300 concerts are held here each year and it is especially busy during the Bergen Festival. Tours are available and no visit is complete without a stop at the Edvard Grieg museum, which is dedicated to the life and works of Norway’s foremost composer. For additional information please call +(47) 55 92 29 92 or visit http://www.troldhaugen.com.
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