Author: William H. Halverson

Dr. Bill Halverson, scholarly advisor of the Edvard Grieg Society of America, Inc., is regarded as one of America’s leading authorities on the life and work of Edvard Grieg. His translations of Grieg’s writings (letters, diaries, articles, speeches) and of books about Grieg and his music are major sources of information about Norway’s greatest composer in the English-speaking world.

23 Sep, 2023

Happy Notes – Happy Kids

In his monthly column, Bill Halverson introduces young readers to Edvard Grieg and tells of his childhood and his first composition.

20 Aug, 2023

Happy notes for happy kids

Bill Halvorson writes on the Barneblad page about music we hear in nature and music we hear from humans and composers.

Grieg

Arts & Books / Arts & Entertainment

14 Nov, 2021

Grieg’s final bow

William H. Halverson details Norwegian Edvard Grieg’s three roles as a professional musician: solo pianist, accompanist, and conductor.

Kjell Habbestad

7 May, 2021

With Grieg in my heart

Norwegian composer Kjell Habbestad brings together his love of Edvard Grieg, jazz, and religious music to inspire his compositions.

20 Nov, 2020

Nordic wine in English wineskins

William Halverson announces a first-of-its-kind collection of Edvard Grieg songs in English, with notes on the challenge of translation.