Berg spent six months and more than 200 hours building and decorating the instrument. It was done by spring of 1996, in time to travel to Mt. Horeb, Wis., for a Hardanger Fiddle Association convention in June. Berg donated the fiddle to the SCC at Julefest, an annual Scandinavian Christmas celebration. Berg sees his gift as his own way of making a contribution to the university. Some people give money.
Some people give kitchens.