In the third episode of the concert series Stream Sápmi We hand over the stage to a truly unique musical duo. Manin Jeanine drawing inspiration from their cultural heritage, combining Sámi and Nynorsk in their music.
WhatConcert – Stream Sápmi: Manin Jeanine
WhereThe Centre for Northern Peoples
WhenFriday 19 June
Time8:00 PM
Text and photos: Torun O. Wernberg
Do Nynorsk and Sámi have anything in common?
– Yes, they are both sidelined in favour of Bokmål, particularly in public settings. We have found an arena where these two languages are combined in a musical, cultural meeting, say Risten Anine K. Gaup and Silje Jeanette N. Stavdal.
Together they make the duo Manin Jeanine. They have known each other since secondary school and have also been making music together for many years, mostly for their own enjoyment. Eventually, they felt it was time for others to share in this small, unique musical universe they had created.
Risten Anine is a traditional Sámi joiker, and has previously had a musical collaboration with the Northern Norwegian duo Origin, which explored the relationship between Northern Norwegian and Sami heritage.
– I'm keen to showcase Sámi culture in all contexts. I don't think Sámi music should be put in a box of its own. I feel that Sámi music can be combined with other types of music, and create something very beautiful out of it, says Risten.
The girls are really looking forward to performing at the Centre for Northern Peoples on Friday, and think it’s especially fun that the concert will be streamed.
– It's fun that we can reach so many people. It's also so incredibly beautiful here in Manndalen, so we're extra inspired. It gives us good vibes.
Risten says she has practically grown up with the Riddu Riđđu festival, where she has both worked as staff for the festival and performed as an artist. Silje lives in Volda and has never been to Manndalen before.
– It feels good that Silje finally gets to see the place I've been raving about for so long. That we get the chance to finally come here and perform together. It's a big void that Riddu isn't being arranged this year. It would have been very sad if I hadn't got to come here at all this summer, says Risten.
Audiences can expect music that stands out from the crowd, while still offering something recognisable.
– We want to promote cultural diversity, and believe people will feel their roots through our music. We are also inspired by nature and the mountains, both from Sunnmøre and here in the north.
About Stream Sápmi
Stream Sápmi, which is a collaboration between Riddu Riđđu Festival, the Centre for Northern Peoples, and NRK Sápmi. The project is supported by the Norwegian Arts Council and the Sámi Parliament.
The concert is being streamed live on Facebook, YouTube and nrk.no/sapmi.
From the Centre for Northern People: the concert
We can accommodate 50 audience members. The café is open from 7:00 PM and is fully licensed.
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