Welcome to Norway Mr. Luka Brase... 11.7.2015

Finally the day has come...

Invitation Stor-Elvdal Hotell Gallery
Photo: Luka Brase

We have visitors from Slovakia.

Luka Brase and his art is about to cross the Norwegian border.

Luka Brase on the front of his book "Art on the way"
Photo: ZÙ Oslo

The artist is here.

The pictures are awaiting to be revealed.

The event takes place on Stor-Elvdal Hotell.

The slovakian ambassador, Frantisek Kasicky
Photo: Alexander Ramse Olsen

The slovakian ambassador in Norway has received an invitation. 

Frantisek Kasicky makes an appearance.

He along with two other people from the Embassy of Slovakia in Oslo. 

The slovakian ambassador and Luka Brase before the opening.
Photo: Alexander Ramse Olsen

The ambassador is proud to introduce Luka Brase.

Luka Brase is happy to present "Art on the way" in Norway.

Guests participating at the opening of the art gallery.
Photo: ZÙ Oslo

The opening takes place in historical surroundings.

"Barfrøstua" is filled with curious and excited guests. 

Vimarida performs "Autumn Leaves".
Photo: Alexander Ramse Olsen

Vimarida performs music at the gallery. 

Vimarida represented by Marita, Lars and Adam. 

Adam has done it again.

He has opened up a connection to the big abroad. 

He is the link between different places, people and events. 

Adam makes people come together...
Photo: Alexander Ramse Olsen

Two years ago we had a meeting with Luka Brase. 

The meeting took place in Slovakia. 

We decided to cooperate - facing common visions. 

Step by step. 

The goal was to incorporate music and art as a package.

Different art expressions melted together. 

A desire to create experiences between people - across borders. 

Now, two years after this meeting, you can see the first results. 

"Home" - coverdesign, album title (track nr. 5)
Photo: Vimarida Music

The result can be seen on our album "Home".

Both as a design on the cover, and as individual pictures in the booklet. 

The contributions can also be experienced at exhibitions by Luka Brase.

"Autumn Leaves"
Photo: Luka Brase

Example 1: "Autumn Leaves" (track 1).

"Sail Away"
Photo: Luka Brase

Example 2: "Sail Away" (track nr. 6)

Marita singing "Sail Away" in the gallery.
Photo: Alexander Ramse Olsen

Both titles conveyed by Vimarida at the opening of the gallery.

The picture "Sail Away" hanging on the wall inside  the gallery.
Photo: Alexander Ramse Olsen.

Both titles represented in art and presented by Luka Brase himself. 

Available for sale in the gallery. 

This day has been amazing and rich in so many ways.

It has given nutrition to new cooperations. 

New connections between people, places and events. 

A special thanks to:

 Luka Brase and Igor Sevsky

The Embassy of Slovakia in Oslo, ambassador Frantisek Kasicky

Stor-Elvdal Hotell, Pål Sagen 

Stor-Elvdal kommune, Even Moen 

Photos, Alexander Ramse Olsen

Band rehearsal with guests @ Koppang...22.5.2015

Time is running fast.

Our first album is already out on the marked. 

We are ready to rehearse for the release concert in July. 

Photo: Cooperation between violin and flute.

We have invited two of our friends to play with us on the concert.

Luckily they said yes. 

Photo: Mr. Eirik on guitar and backing vocals.

It is our pleasure to introduce Eirik and Gro as a part of the team. 

They will contribute on guitar, flute and backing-vocals.

Photo: Our always dedicated bass-man.

Our guests have invited us to their "Garage of Music".

New elements have already been tried out and become a part of our songs.

Photo: Someone has to sit behind the wall...

We invite you and your friends to Koppang.

July 15 @ Stor-Elvdal hotell.

Photo: Read the poster and set of the date and time.

We are looking forward to see you all at the concert.

Welcome to Vimarida and our celebration of "Home".

A small tribute to our country on the Norwegian National Day... 17.5.2015

Today is the day when all Norwegians are celebrating.

Today we celebrate our National Day. 

We jump into our national clothes.

We are waving our flags.

We raise our voices to the beat of the drums.

 "Hipp hipp hurra!"

Photo: The traditional parade on our National Day.

A cold and rainy day with icecream, hot-dogs and cakes.

Photo: The sound of national pride.

 The view and sound of national pride.

Musicians playing and people walking.

Photo: Time to fly on the wings of koffein.

We are drinking coffee and enjoying the entertainment. 

Clever kids, youths and local participants. 

Photo: Walking the line...

Ready to "walk the line". 

Do you see any sign of butterflies?

We are about to enter the stage.

Photo: Chasing the wind like "Autumn Leaves".

Butterflies are chasing the wind like "Autumn Leaves".

"Dreamcather" is a tribute to everyone who never stops to chase their dreams.

Band rehearsal @ the Mountain...7.5.2015

A new day has come.

We found a way to gather the great forces.

Photo: Someone is working hard...

Adam and his computer having a small discussion.

Input and output working towards recording.

Photo: Hello shiny teeth...

We like to see big bright smiles.

Come together and celebrate the good mood.

Photo: The blind man and his charming "woman".

Close your eyes and let the world pass.

Enjoy the miracle of music.

Photo: "When the baby cries - keep on singing your lullaby".

Trying hard to focus while I am playing the piano and singing my lullaby.

Photo: One of many funny moments...

What is life and rehearsal without a joke.

Friendships and good times @ the Mountain.

Band rehearsal @ The Mountain... 1.5.2015

Let's come together! 

Photo: Can you find the beat?

The musicians just want to have some fun. 

Photo: The bass-man @ the door.

An opportunity to create the sound of Vimarida.

Photo: Are you ready to chase "Raindrops"?

The best way to recover from everything that is too normal and always just on time.

Photo: Microfon-selfie...

We invite ourselves to the best party ever.

The party which creates memorable and neverending stories. 

Come on - Let's play ;)

Live interview at NRK P1 Hedmark and Oppland... 29 April 2015

Photo: On the road again...

We are on our way...

Taking a small trip to Elverum. 

Adam and Marita.

We are singing along to the silence of morning. 

Who wrote that lovely melodi; the sound of a new bright day? 

Hello little birdie - you made my day! 

Photo: The blue sign in Prestegårdsveien @ Elverum.

Finally we are there. 

The blue sign is telling us so! 

We found it in Prestegårdsveien @ Elverum. 

We were short on time - as normal!

But we made it - as always! 

Photo: Adam and his fast-walk towards NRK P1 @ Elverum.

Let's run! 

Maybe we will reach the interview?

And...

Maybe we might get a cup of coffee?

Photo: Finally we are ready to go on the air.

Oh yes, we made it!

We are ready to go on the air. 

We shall talk.

 We shall drink our warm cup of "morning spirit". 

Photo: Almays a pleasure...

Thank you for a pleasant interview. Let's halfly quote a big man: "We'll be back!"

Photo: Thank you NRK P1, Hedmark and Oppland.

Why kill the small ones - when they are the ones who believe?

They are the ones who believe in us! 

They are the ones who give local musicians an opportunity to stand tall.

Keep on fighting NRK P1, Hedmark and Oppland.

Keep on surviving todays question about money.

News about Vimarida in Østlendingen... 28 April 2015

"About coming home" 

Photo: Vimarida in Østlendingen 28.4.2015 - "About coming home"

We have bright smiles - like candles in the dark.

Now the time has arrived - 2 days left and our "newborn" will be released. 

"Home" has been in our hands for so long. 

Our "baby" is ready to fly (and I think we also might cry).

Hopefully it will fly on the wings of love (and we shall shed a tear because we made it this far).

Thank you Anne Grete Berget and Østlendingen - for the time, energy and belief.

Thanks for all the words you have written and all the pictures you have shared .

We are highly grateful.

A concert performed by two...17.4.2015

WE CARE! 
THE FIGHT AGAINST DRUGS
We were asked to play at an event held in our local community. 

-STOR-ELVDAL MUNICIPALITY-

The local community asked us to stand up against drugs.

They asked us to make a statement and say: "No!"

Vimarida was asked to participate with a couple of songs. 

Photo: Poster for the event.

Friday and a short notice makes it hard to gather the whole band. 

One band and five people - this is what makes it challenging. 

We managed to gather two; the old married couple! 

The ones who have the longest ear and the closest house. 

We performed two of our songs; Autumn Leaves and Dream Catcher. 

Adam performed music on his guitar and Marita laid her voice on the top. 

The situation gave a rather weird feeling...

Almost like returning back to the beginning. 

There were not a nerve wrecking feeling - as it may be at some concerts. 

It was more like coming home. 

Photo: Local youngsters playing - "Avenged Day"

Photo: "Russ 2015" have great influence. 
They can save lives, by making their statement.

We now wish to thank small and big "butterflies" in our community.

Thanks to you people, this important arrangement has planted a small seed.

Now this seed might continue to grow.

We are proud to represent our music at meaningful arrangements. 
We are proud to make a statement against drugs.

Photo: Time to make your statement... "Stand up and say, NO!"

Cover perfect...30.3.2015

The last day with preparations...

Lars, Adam and Alexander has worked hard to complete the album-cover. 

Photo: Lars in his working chair.

Adam is managing the communication between all participants. 
Lars has worn out his designer t-shirt. 
The perfect coverdesign is now complete. 
Alexander and his clever hands has taken some beautiful pictures. 
Melted together with tons of personal touch, he has created a piece of art. 

What have we done, to deserve all theese craftsmen? 
What makes us able to cooperate with a bunch of amazing people?

Sometimes life is a tasty chocolate.
You just can't seem to get enough. 
The best thing about it is...
Life is actually a box of chocolate...
When you believe in your dreams!

Saturday Night coverdesign... 28.3.2015

You know the easter-feeling? 

The one when you are waiting for some lazy days! 

The one where there is a chance to get a visit from Mr. Easter Bunny?

This is a time filled with expectations and excitement. 

Quite similar to the feeling we have now, when we are about to release our first album.

One month from now we are ready to release  "Home". 

Luckily we have great abilities within the band.

We try - as far as possible - to manage all the preparations within the band. 

Photo: Lars and his assistants.

Lars has worked all day with our album cover. 

Together with his computer, and assistants, he has composed a fine piece of art.

A fantastic front and back page. 

When you buy our cd, you will not only get our music, but also a turkey and a wasp. 

Photo: There is one little wasp...

Both drawings and letters belongs to a slovakian artist, named Luka Brase. 

You can check out his art on facebook: Luka Brase artist

Maybe, if we are lucky, he might reveal his art in Norway this summer. 

We hope to see his friendly face again.

We hope that you will get to see his art.

Photofun @ Stor-Elvdal hotell... 27.3.1014

Today, after a long day at work, we had an incredible evening in Barfrøstua @ Stor-Elvdal Hotell.  

Photo: Marius and Sarah in a good mood.

There were joy and laughter...as always when our bandfamily comes together.

Photo: Lars and Alexander are working to find a nice position.

Lars came all the way from Trondheim, just to be a part of todays photosession and bandpractise.

Photo: Sarah and her fiddle-relationship.

Sarah was asked to improvise new relations to her fiddle: "This one time, at bandcamp..."

Photo: "Nothing is impossible".

Peace and love to the man who makes everything happen. He lives by one rule: 

"Nothing is impossible!"

Photo: Two happy "twin sisters".

We are lucky to have nice family and friends around us. "Twin-sisters" for life.

Photo: Work in progress.

A gigantic hug to our kind friend, and phenomenal photographer, Alexander Ramse Olsen. You are an important peace of our band-puzzle. Thank you for making this a friday to remember. 

We also have to thank Pål Sagen and Stor-Elvdal Hotell for lending us Barfrøstua. We are grateful that we could take our new pictures in this historical surroundings. 

Finally, but not least, thank you Kristel and Jens Henrik. You help us in so many ways. 

What a nice way to end the week - a great time spent with great friends. 

In the final hours of the day, we could enjoy a short bandpractise.