Concert Under the Stars at Elverhøj Museum

Elverhøj Museum is thrilled to announce a magical evening of music under the stars featuring two-time Grammy Award-winning violinist Mads Tolling and world-class pianist and accordionist Colin Hogan. This special concert, titled “The Danish-American Songbook,” will take place in the Museum’s garden on August 24, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available to Museum members for $25 and to non-members for $40. Tickets may be purchased via the Elverhøj website, www.elverhoj.org/events.

Tolling, originally from Copenhagen, Denmark, now residing in the San Francisco Bay Area, is renowned for his exceptional talent and diverse musical career. A former member of the Turtle Island Quartet and Stanley Clarke’s band, Mads has toured and recorded with Bob Weir & Wolf Bros and performed alongside legendary artists such as Chick Corea, Ramsey Lewis, Paquito D’Rivera, and Leo Kottke. His accomplishments include being featured on NPR’s Morning Edition, winning DownBeat’s Rising Star Critics Poll, and performing for Denmark’s Crown Prince and Princess, Frederik and Mary, at the 50-Year Anniversary in Washington, DC.

Despite having lived in the United States for over twenty years, Mads Tolling continues to embrace the rich musical heritage of his homeland. In “The Danish-American Songbook” Colin Hogan will join Tolling to create an unforgettable auditory journey that blends the traditional and popular sounds of Denmark with the diverse influences of American jazz, R&B, and beyond.

The evening’s set list will feature iconic pieces such as “Tango Jalousie” by Jacob Gade, once the most performed song in the world, and “Om Lidt” by famed Danish singer-songwriter Kim Larsen. Mads will also perform a medley of cherished Danish folk tunes, including a piece with lyrics by Hans Christian Andersen. Each performance by Mads and Colin is infused with a deep love for the tradition of American Jazz, making this concert a unique cultural experience. “We are excited to offer this rare opportunity to experience this beautiful fusion of Danish and American music performed by such accomplished musicians,” says Sandie Mullin, Executive Director of Elverhøj Museum. ”

Elverhøj Museum of History and Art and History, located at 1624 Elverhoy Way in Solvang, is open Thursday-Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no charge for admission; suggested donation is $5. For more information, please contact: info@elverhoj.org