Hallgrim Hansegård - Halling - Norwegian folk dance

Hallgrim Hansegård dances laus or so-called halling at Landskappleiken 2022. Norwegian folk dance is reknown for its improvisation, regional and personal differences. Since the 1600's the acrobatic halling style has developed into a highly artistic discipline and for instance the headspin was part of the dance more then 100 years ago! The most famous move, though, might be the "rundkast" where the dancer kicks the hat from a stick. They used to kick shelves, ceilings or branches, but kicking hat became a popular game in the military dances in early 1800's. The tune "Kjæringe i snødrevè" is performed on Hardanger fiddle by Jan Beitohaugen Granli. The hat is hold by Sikia Heien. Hallgrim Hansegård tells: "I was inspired by master Knut Steinsrud (1921-2010) to develop my own style of sources from Valdres. The grounded steps combined with off balance dancing are inspired by f.ex Eivind Gudbrandsen Thon (1886-1945) and and the use of torso twist and musical ornaments is inspired by f.ex Johan Engen (1899-1979). From there I have blown the dust of old moves and developed new ones in accordingly movement qualities. It's always very fun to perform at Landskappleiken where the audience get to see so different styles together." Thanks to video footage by Torbjørn Anderson. #folkdance #dance #folklore #hardingfele #folkmusic #halling #laus #hardangerfiddle #acrobatics #handstand #headspin #valdres #norway