What is JOIK music?

A joik or yoik (anglicised, where the latter spelling in English conforms with the pronunciation; also named luohti, vuolle, vuelie, or juoiggus in the Sámi languages) is a traditional form of song in Sámi music performed by the Sámi people of Sapmi in Northern Europe.

What instruments do Sami people use?

Other Sámi instruments of wider Scandinavian usage include the lur (a long horn trumpet), and the harpu, a zither to the Finnish kantele. Willow flutes are often made from the bark of the quicken tree or mountain ash. Modern bands use a wide variety of instruments, especially the fiddle, concertina, and accordion.

What is the art and culture of the Sami?

Many think that Sami traditions only consists of colourful costumes, traditional handicraft products, and catching reindeer with lassos. But the Sami heritage is also visible and alive in everything from rap music and modern architecture to contemporary art and cutting edge design.

What gods did the Sami worship?

The main deities of the Sami were as follows:

• Akka – a group of fertility goddesses, including Maderakka, Juksakka and Uksakka.
• Beaivi – goddess of the sun, mother of human beings.
• Bieggagallis – husband of the sun goddess, father of human beings.
• Bieggolmai ‘Man of the Winds’ – god of the winds.

Who are the indigenous of Sweden?

The Sami are one of the world’s indigenous people and one of Sweden’s official national minorities. The minority status means – in short – that they have special rights and that their culture, traditions and languages are protected by law.

What is the history of Laconia music?

Laconia Music was founded in 1960 with the mission to provide the highest quality service to the music education community. In 1993 the Music Studios at Laconia Music opened. We offer Individual private lessons in our 6 modern air-conditioned studios.

What is Laponia famous for?

The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, is a natural light display that is frequent during the winter months in northern Sweden. Laponia is a sparsely populated wilderness area with old-growth forests, glaciers, mountains and enormous wetlands spread over a 9,400 square kilometre area.

Who is the music teacher at Laconia?

Sue is a graduate of Ithaca College and earned a Masters degree at Montclair State College. Monica is a degree candidate at the CUNY Aaron Copeland school of music. Monica joined Laconia’s staff in 2018. Monica is a gifted instrumentalist and teacher Noah Dreiblat – Woodwinds, Noah joined the Laconia staff in 2009.

What to do with children in Laponia?

The Naturum Laponia Visitor Centre offers educational activities for children and storytelling for the youngest ones. In Nutti Sámi Siida, close to the town of Jukkasjärvi, children can feed the reindeer or go sledding in the winter. Laponia has four national parks with trails for both beginners and more advanced hikers.