Do you know this instrument? 🎶 It’s the kantele, a traditional Finnish string instrument with roots in mythology and folklore. Known as the “heart of Finnish music”, its gentle tones reflect the beauty of nature and the soul of Finland 🌲 Join us each week for #FinnishFridays with @erika.laine as we share more about Finland’s culture, history, and traditions! 🇫🇮 #Kantele #FinnishCulture #FinlandiaFoundation | Finlandia Foundation National, Inc.

Enjoy the second instalment of violinist Pekka Kuusisto - Musician’s folk song videos from his home in Finland. This tune is a minuet from the village of Tiukka (Tjöck) in Ostrobothnia, western Finland. You can see him perform live with us in September - details here: http://bit.ly/2uXKSr3 | Philharmonia Orchestra