GÆDLIN
n. variant of old English ‘gædeling’ (ˈɡæ.de.linɡ), meaning companion, kinsman, or comrade.
Later applied as a slur to mean, ‘one of low birth; rascal, rogue, vagabond, or one who travels widely,’ (i.e. to ‘gad about’). From Proto Germanic gāda, meaning companion.
In the liminal space that lies between countries, eras, and genres stand Gædlin, a Helsinki-based, ever-evolving Global Folk ensemble. With core members hailing from the USA, Finland, and the Netherlands—featuring an array of talented guest artists & a creative assortment of instruments—this unlikely band of companions weave a mercurial combination of original folk songs, swinging dance tunes, darkly storied ballads, and traditional pieces from around the world.
Who Are Gædlin?
Geneviève
La compostrice. Songs, stories & strings. All the Murder Ballads.
Noah
Violin, mandolin, harmonic mastery & the spicy sauce.
Heikki
Uilleann pipes, whistles & the mystical echoings of the universe.
Markus
Soundscapery, tomfoolery & percussive voodoo of unparalleled excellence.
Performances
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New music is on the horizon…until then, adventure with us!