húsvöruverslanir
Húsvöruverslanir refer to the collection of Easter songs that are traditionally sung and performed in Iceland during the Easter season. The term combines “húsvör” (Easter) with “verslanir” (songs), indicating the specific genre of music associated with the Christian celebration of the Resurrection. These songs are typically used in church services, Easter processions, and community gatherings, and they serve both liturgical and cultural purposes.
The repertoire of húsvöruverslanir includes hymns written by Icelandic composers and poets from the 19th and
During Easter, these verses often begin the service with the singing of “Kringla, kringla” (O little bell),
Despite their deep roots in Christian tradition, húsvöruverslanir have also become a symbol of national artistry,