Alterne (DK/EE/BE)
Folk pop
Time & Location
Jul 18, 2026, 11:30 AM
Dómkirkjan, 3 Kirkjuvegur, Tórshavn 100, Føroyar
About the event
FREE ADMISSION
Alterne (DK/EE/BE)
Ida Marie Jessen (vocal), Oscar Beerten (violin, hardangerfele), Maimu Jõgeda (accordion)
The dream folk trio Alterne consciously blurs the boundaries between pop, folk, and ambient with modern Danish songwriting. The group features Danish singer Ida Marie Jessen, Belgian violinist Oscar Beerten, and Estonian accordionist Maimu Jõgeda. Using instruments such as violin, hardanger fiddle, kantele, accordion, stomp box, and vocals, Alterne crafts an atmospheric and harmonious soundscape.
They have performed at festivals including FolBaltica (DK), Lõukuspidu (EST), Boglárt (HU), Bijloke (BE), and Merode (BE), captivating audiences across Europe.
Their debut album, released in 2024 via GO’ Danish Folk Music, has been warmly received internationally. Eric Van Domburg Scipio from Heavenmagazine.nl praised the record: “Jessen’s vocals and songs are world-class, especially when combined with the trio’s beautiful arrangements. 2024 will not produce much more wonderful folk music.”