Aslak Brekke

Aslak Brekke (October 6, 1901 – February 13, 1978) was a Norwegian vocalist of stev (a type of Scandinavian poetry which is sung). He was also a singer of folksongs. Brekke was born in Vinje, Telemark. He was the first folksinger to sing on a radio broadcast to all of Norway. 

In 1945, Brekke sang at an important concert in the ceremonial hall (the "Aula") at the University of Oslo. He also made a recording of the song "Ståle Storli", together with Eivind Groven ( harmonium). 

Related pages
Aslak Brekke og visune hans

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Category:Norwegian singers
Category:1901 births
Category:1978 deaths