BARDS OF SKAÐI – Midvinterrit (Official Single 2023)

“Midvinterrit” is the second single from “Glysisvallur” – the upcoming debut album of Bards of Skaði, due for release by Nordvis on November 24, 2023. Streaming & download: The foundation for “Glysisvallur” was laid within a research project known as The Frozen Atlantis. After finding artistic satisfaction in the initial compositions, Bards of Skaði resolved to travel deeper into the realms of musical antiquity, blending baroque intricacies, modal melodies, and archaic instruments to evoke an atmosphere reminiscent of civilisations long past. Through “Glysisvallur”, Thomas von Wachenfeldt and Göran Månsson extend an open invitation to an environment where music theory meets primal emotion, offering a lush and layered experience that captures the imagination and stirs the soul. It is a journey into an ageless world, one that welcomes you to lose and find yourself within its haunting melodies. Thomas and Göran commented: “Midvinterrit” seeks to evoke a perception of ancient and primal potency, while simultaneously incorporating elements of chivalry. Furthermore, the piece harbours a discreet inclusion of a well-known medieval melody that subtly foretells the Wrath of God. To materialise our musical vision, we used archaic instruments such as rebec, cow’s horn and shawm flute, but also soprano and alto recorders, baroque violins, viola, viola da gamba, classical guitar, lute, trombones, French horns, choir, synthesisers and percussion. Order “Glysisvallur: Musick from the frozen Atlantis“: Label: Bards of Skaði Web: Instagram: Bandcamp: Nordvis: