Nordic Nights
Nordic Nights is an immersive storytelling and musical experience myth and music intertwine, where the flicker of northern lights illuminates ancient tales, and where the echoes of the sea and the wind shape stories that have stood the test of time.
Inspired by the mystery, magic, and rugged beauty of the northern landscapes, Nordic Nights weaves together spoken word and live music in an evocative performance that celebrates Scotland’s rich storytelling heritage. Drawing from Nordic and Scottish folklore, this performance brings to life tales of witches and robbers, ghosts and seafarers, light and darkness - all infused with the wild spirit of the natural world.
Renzo’s captivating soundscapes, blending percussion and atmospheric textures, enhance Jan’s spellbinding storytelling, transporting audiences to windswept shores, starlit skies and northern lights. Together, they create a deeply engaging and unforgettable journey, inviting listeners to soar into the skies and plunge into the depths of the sea, carried by stories of trickery, wonder, and hope.
"Wonderful! Thank you."
"I really enjoyed the immersive sounds that transported the words around the room in a warm manner."
"Mesmerizing- thank you so very much."
Photos: Gaby Giacchino shot at Bigton (Shetland).
Project type
Music & storytelling
Created by
Stories: Jan Bee Brown, Hilde Eskilde
Music: Renzo Spiteri
Performed by: Jan Bee Brown and Renzo Spiteri
Acknowledgements
Nordic Nights was presented in Shetland to celebrate 2022 as Scotland’s Year of Stories, delivered by Curious Pilgrims as part of its Reconnect! Programme supported by the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, with additional support from Shetland Arts.
Events
Nordic Nights was presented between February and March 2022 at various locations across Shetland, including Hoswick, Bigton and Hillswick.
