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February 15, 1988 in Valdres, Norway

 

Ragnhild Hemsing is a Norwegian classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a violinist and Hardanger fiddle player. Born on May 11, 1988, in Valdres, Norway, Hemsing grew up in a family of musicians. Her father, Trond Hemsing, is a well-known folk musician, and her mother, Åshild Breie Nyhus, is a classical pianist. Hemsing's older sister, Eldbjørg Hemsing, is also a violinist. Hemsing began playing the violin at the age of four, and by the time she was six, she was already performing in public. She studied at the Barratt Due Institute of Music in Oslo, where she was taught by professors such as Stephan Barratt-Due and Alf Richard Kraggerud. Hemsing also studied at the Mozarteum University of Salzburg in Austria, where she received a master's degree in violin performance. Hemsing's career as a classical musician began to take off in the early 2010s. In 2010, she won the Sparre Olsen competition, which is one of Norway's most prestigious music competitions. The following year, she won the Norwegian Soloist Prize, which is awarded to the most promising young musicians in Norway. This award helped to launch her career, and she began to receive invitations to perform at major music festivals and concert halls around the world. One of Hemsing's most notable performances took place in 2013, when she performed the world premiere of a violin concerto by the Norwegian composer Rolf Wallin. The concerto, which was commissioned by the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, was written specifically for Hemsing, and it showcased her virtuosic playing and her ability to blend classical and folk music styles. In addition to her work as a classical violinist, Hemsing is also an accomplished Hardanger fiddle player. The Hardanger fiddle is a traditional Norwegian instrument that is similar to the violin but has a distinct sound and playing style. Hemsing has been playing the Hardanger fiddle since she was a child, and she has become one of the leading performers of the instrument in Norway. Hemsing's ability to blend classical and folk music styles has earned her critical acclaim and a loyal following. In 2018, she released an album called "Ragnhild Hemsing: Yr," which features her playing both the violin and the Hardanger fiddle. The album received rave reviews and was nominated for a Spellemannprisen, which is Norway's equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Hemsing has also been recognized for her work as a cultural ambassador for Norway. In 2017, she was appointed as a "Young Ambassador" by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which recognizes young Norwegians who are making a positive impact in the world. As part of her role as a Young Ambassador, Hemsing has traveled to countries such as China, Japan, and the United States to promote Norwegian culture and music. Despite her success as a classical musician, Hemsing remains grounded and committed to her craft. She continues to practice for several hours a day and is always looking for new ways to improve her playing. She is also passionate about teaching and has worked as a violin teacher at the Barratt Due Institute of Music. In conclusion, Ragnhild Hemsing is a talented and accomplished classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a violinist and Hardanger fiddle player. Her ability to blend classical and folk music styles has earned her critical acclaim and a loyal following, and she has become a cultural ambassador for Norway.

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