Is music notated or taught orally aurally in Norway?

Music in Norway, as in many other countries, is notated and also taught aurally (orally) depending on the context and the learning setting.

Notated Music:

- For classical and traditional Norwegian music, notation plays a significant role. Sheet music is widely used by musicians, composers, and performers.

Orally/Aurally Taught Music:

- Several folk and traditional music traditions in Norway are passed down through oral transmission. Some folk melodies, including those used in traditional dances and songs, are preserved and transmitted through generations by ear and memory.

Combination:

- Often, both notation and oral teaching complement each other in music education. Institutions like the Norwegian Academy of Music and the Barratt Due Institute of Music combine theoretical instruction with practical training and performances.

So while notation is essential in classical and certain forms of traditional music, other genres rely more heavily on oral transmission.