Peter de Jong & Het Drachtster Famkeskoar - Helgolan Oan e Sékant

Review by Geok Lay Loh

Helgolan Oan e Sékant is the latest album by Peter de Jong & Het Drachtster Famkeskoar. It features a collection of traditional Frisian folk songs, performed with a contemporary twist. The album showcases the unique musical heritage of the Frisian people, and highlights the talents of the artists involved.

The album opens with the lively and upbeat "Helgolân," which sets the tone for the rest of the record. The combination of Peter de Jong's guitar and the beautiful voices of Het Drachtster Famkeskoar creates a rich and layered sound that is both authentic and modern.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Frysk Hynder," a hauntingly beautiful ballad that showcases the stunning vocal harmonies of the choir. Another highlight is "De Swalkerinne," a traditional Frisian dance song that is given a modern twist with the addition of electric guitar and percussion.

Summary by Geok Lay Loh

Helgolan Oan e Sékant is a fantastic album that celebrates the rich musical heritage of the Frisian people. Peter de Jong and Het Drachtster Famkeskoar have created a collection of songs that are both traditional and contemporary, and that are sure to delight fans of folk music everywhere. Highly recommended.