Hedmark folk music club was founded in 1983 and functions as an umbrella organization for the folk music community in the former Hedmark county. The organization consists of 13 member teams, 2 activity teams and has approximately 250 members. The main purpose is to gather the folk music community and act as a link between the local teams and FolkOrg, which is the national organization for folk music and folk dance.
The organization focuses on traditional folk music from Hedmark and arranges concerts, music events, as well as courses and workshops for those interested. Hedmark folk music group collaborates with local musicians and cultural actors to contribute to the preservation of local cultural heritage. In addition, they engage in youth work to recruit new musicians, and create an inclusive atmosphere for music enthusiasts with a varied repertoire of both instrumental and vocal pieces.
