You never leave a Hausgaard concert without having laughed
One of Denmark’s most beloved poets, songwriters, satirists, debaters, and entertainers, Niels Hausgaard has been a defining presence at Tønder Festival since the 1970s. This year is no exception.
With his distinctive voice, North Jutland warmth, and downplayed humor, he has spent more than five decades commenting on Danes and their doings - always with a blend of sharpness, reflection, and humanity. Hausgaard’s songs are not only entertaining; they also contain deep reflections on society, life, and human folly.
Though he often refers to himself as an amateur, he is a master at balancing the funny with the serious. His concerts feel like conversations with the audience - full of dry humor, small poetic observations, and music that supports the words with simple yet evocative arrangements.
At Tønder Festival, Niels Hausgaard is an institution. Here he meets an audience that knows him and whom he knows - and every reunion is an experience of closeness and community. You never leave a Hausgaard concert without having laughed, given things some thought - and perhaps gained a little more hope for humanity.
