FolkTales set to Music from Around the Globe
The WMI FolkTales podcast is an original award-winning production that features improvised re-imaginings of classic folk tales from around the world, hosted by acclaimed storyteller Bill Gordh. Each episode features a guest artist who joins Bill for a musical re-telling of a beloved story from their culture. Recommended for children of all ages.
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Podcast producer: Kate Winn
Audio courtesy of Cliff Hahn Sound
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FolkTales set to Music from Around the Globe
Finland - The Enchanted Kantele with Kardemimmit and Bill Gordh
Storyteller Bill Gordh and Finnish ensemble Kardemimmit improvise the folktale "The Enchanted Kantele". In this magical story, a hunter saves a squirrel who transforms into a beautiful woman named Karina. They marry, but the King desires Karina and plots to eliminate the hunter by challenging him to a series of seemingly impossible tasks. However, the King has underestimated Karina's power.
This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Scandinavia House in NYC.
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Sound editing courtesy of David Klym
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