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. Everyone enjoyed the weekend and a return visit was planned for 2005.

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 and we look forward to another visit from them planned for September 2006.

Members of 4 groups playing together

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