This 2016 album features Slettahjell interpreting Norwegian poetry, blending her signature jazz phrasing with the cadences of the spoken word. It’s a thoughtful, intimate program that highlights both the lyrical content and Slettahjell’s nuanced delivery.
- "Poetisk tale" was released on Kirkelig Kulturverksted, a label known for its roster of Norwegian artists, particularly in folk and jazz.
- The album consists of settings of poems by authors such as Rolf Jacobsen and Gunvor Hofmo, interpreted in Slettahjell’s characteristic jazz style.
- This release showcases Slettahjell in a more intimate setting, focusing on the interplay between voice, piano, and double bass.
Solveig Slettahjell is a Norwegian jazz singer known for her evocative vocal performances and collaborations across genres. At the time of "Poetisk tale," she was continuing her exploration of lyricism and spoken word within a jazz framework, following a period of diverse projects.
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