Chasing Snaps Songs - Sweden's Unique Tradition - Paperback

by Goran Rygert (Author), Ulf Barslund Martensson (Editor), Daniel Berube-Arbello (Designed by)

The essential companion to a Swedish dinner party: Everything you need to know to navigate safely through social functions in Sweden or Swedish America. Customs and traditions change over time but there are some things you should know if you ever plan to join a Swedish dinner party. Singer or not, these are occasions when ev¬eryone makes his or her voice heard. When, what, who, how and why-to toast, to sing and to truly blend in. This book introduces you to the Swedish custom of singing at the table; the do's and don'ts, the unspoken rules and practical advice along with close to 100 songs in English and Swedish.