I have seen wardruna once before. Also then it was a magical experience, something out of this world and time. The rhythmic music has a trance like effect, some real connection to the earth and land.
Now they would play underneath the Acropolis. What a huge honour, what an achievement for any band to play in such a historical place, where memories of times past vibrate everywhere you step! Absolutely fantastic. I got my ticket early on because there was no way I'd miss it. The place was sold out and packed.
The band came on and first played without break or speaking between songs. The atmosphere was overwhelming!! These songs fit so well into this place. It doesn't matter which language and where they are from. This is songs with meanings, older than our memories, with roots deep in some ancient and primal themes. You could simply close your eyes and get swept away.
And then kvitravn spoke to us and his words were the most beautiful company to the songs. He explained what this means to them and what the simple act of singing means and that it is something that is about to die out and we need to keep it in our lives. The daily singing. How right he was!! And he dropped a few great anecdotes, too 😁 I found a whole new appreciation to his art.
This was a remarkable night. My only third time in this ancient place (once with my pethera for songs of refugees from asia Minor and once with Jessie for the ballet Giselle) and it was a true highlight for me, something that will stay in my memories forever. Thank you wardruna for this unforgettable night!!
