Rolf Løvland is a renowned Norwegian composer and musician, best known as one half of the duo Secret Garden. Løvland, born in 1955 in Kristiansand, Norway, has carved a niche for himself in the realm of contemporary instrumental and New Age music. With a background in music from the University of Oslo, Løvland has had a significant influence on the international music scene, blending classical compositions with folk, Celtic, and Nordic elements to create a unique and enchanting sound.

Løvland shot to worldwide fame with the composition "Song From A Secret Garden," the first track from Secret Garden's debut album of the same name, which was released in 1995. This piece, emblematic of Løvland's emotive and lush musical style, has been a staple in their repertoire, receiving various treatments and arrangements over the years, including arrangements for piano and orchestra. Another notable composition by Løvland is "You Raise Me Up," co-written with Brendan Graham and covered by more than a hundred artists around the world, including Josh Groban, whose version enjoyed tremendous success. Rolf Løvland's contributions to music have been recognized with top international accolades, including a Eurovision Song Contest win in 1995 for Norway with "Nocturne," further solidifying his status as a gifted composer and songwriter.

Genres

Pop

Ambient

Folk

Classical

Contemporary Classical

New Age

World

Easy Listening

Celtic

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Latest Release

Song From A Secret Garden (Piano & Orchestra)

Rolf Løvland

Single - Released April 8, 2024