haugtussa's concert

haugtussa's concert was wonderful, and worth 24 hour round trip to Norway (8 hours on buses, 11 hours in cars, 5 hours actually in Kristiansand where her school is). Everything she sang was beautiful, but the Canary cantata was wonderful. Not only did she sing beautifully, but she acted and interpreted the song so well and her costume was lovely, absolutely amazing. I wish I had it all on video so that you could see, but you'll have to be content with photos:

( Evening gown )

( The 18th century gown )

Well worth reading

This article, in american Elle, by the novelist Walter Kirn is well worth reading. It deals with why he finds not conventionally pretty women more beautiful and more interesting.

More photos of Ragnhild in her mantua

Here are two more photos of haugtussa