Gro Marie Svidal is among the greatest and most virtuoso Norwegian violinists playing the famous traditional Norwegian fiddle, the Hardanger fiddle. In 2014 she became the national champion on the Hardanger fiddle.

She grew up in a small village in the county of Sogn og Fjordane, sorrunded by fjords and mountains. In her years of youth she developed her own personal style studying under fiddle masters from Western Norway. Today she is an outstanding, mature artist working with a variety of musicians and genres. 

Gro Marie Svidal is well known and widely respected for her openness, knowledge and integrity. Her playing sparkles with life and is characterized by a unique musical energy and a distinct tone. During concerts she has sensational contact with the audience and meets them with warmth and enthusiasm. 

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