Panel debate about music and quality

We recognize the phrases used about music that excites: , , , , , , etc…

But isn't the concept of quality relative? Aren't we at the mercy of our social experience and cultural understanding – our taste – in our perception of what has quality? Is music and quality primarily a sociological matter? Or are there objective criteria for what is quality music?

Welcome to a panel debate where four key names in Norwegian music and cultural life will each take their own song as a starting point and discuss the concept of quality based on their own artistic vision, experience and methods.

Moderator: Torgny Amdam

is a composer and artistic director of the Ultima Festival. Has previously directed Ny Musikk and curated the Happy Days Sound Festival together with Trond Reinholdtsen. Latest premiere:

is a guitarist, producer and songwriter in the critically acclaimed pop band Montée. He also plays in the art metal band KILL and was recently a judge in NRK's ​​talent competition "Urørt". Latest release: Montée –

is a legendary jazz bassist and producer who has been active on an international level since the late 60s. Has worked with, among others, Bill Frisell, Radka Toneff and Jan Garbarek. Latest release:  

is a trained visual artist and has extensive experience as a curator, writer and lecturer. Hansen is the newly appointed director of the Henie Onstad Art Center, where, among other things, there is a focus on experimental music.