Exchanges

Norway Exchanges

Four exchange visits have taken place to date with Lorenskogtrekkspillklubb, Oslo in 2003, 2005 & 2006 details below and Oslo June 2009

Visit of Lorenskogtrekkspillklubb to Norwich 2003

A party of 17 accordionists and friends from the Lorenskog Accordion Club (near Oslo) visited Norwich for the weekend of October 9th -12th. The weather was kind and our visitors saw Norwich in its autumn glory. On the Friday evening we gave a concert of contrasting type of music: Dance and Folk Music from Norway and a mix of classical and popular music from the Home Team. We had a session where we played each other's music together and a Social Evening. They were able to do a little sight seeing, sampled our Fish and chips and an early Christmas dinner.


Visit of Norwich Accordion Club to Lorenskog 2005

A party of 20 accordionists and partners set out from Stansted on June 9th, anticipating an enjoyable weekend in Oslo, and weren't disappointed. The first evening we were treated to a dance Norwegian Style (and we taught them the Barn Dance). It was a lively occasion (without the help of alcohol which is prohibitively expensive there) and members from all groups joined in with playing. Sightseeing the next day was followed by a concert. The third day we had a 'Playing Together' session followed by a meal and sightseeing. In the evening we were treated to a Norwegian meal and Social evening. Altogether a fantastic weekend.

Visit of Lorenskogtrekkspillklubb to Norwich 2006
A busy weekend was had by all 14th-17th September 2006. An early morning flight into Stansted gave everybody plenty of time to unwind and enjoy their visit to Norwich. Thursday afternoon was given over to sightseeing, many taking the trip on the open top bus tours of the city.. We were blessed with perfect sunny weather and not a drop of rain fell all weekend thus showing Norwich at it's best. Thursday evening we all went off to Dunstan Hall for a welcome meal and as usual this did not disappoint. Friday morning was free for sightseeing and 'practice time'. On Friday afternoon a group of us went to radio Norfolk for an interview with Chris Goreham and play a few tunes. This went down very well. Friday evening was our gala concert at Chapelfield Methodist Church. All the bands played individually as well as some joint pieces. Music ranged from classical to folk, show tunes to film scores. Over £700.00 was raised for the Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group. Many thanks to all who made this possible. Saturday started with an informal 'play together session.' Always very popular .Then onto Blicking Hall or to watch Norwich FC at Carrow Road. In the evening we all had fun at a celidh with the various groups taking turns in playing for the dancing. Sunday morning we had a delightful trip on the broads setting off from Horning. Then some lunch in Wroxham and all too soon time to bid farewell to set off for the evening flight from Stansted.
.

Visit the Lorenskogtrekkspillklubb website at www.lorenskogtrekkspillklubb.net