Finally, our Global Hit today features three female vocalists from Oslo, Norway. This is Trio Mediaeval.

The song we're hearing is from the trio's latest CD. It's called Folk Songs.

And it's been getting some good reviews. Now, that doesn't mean the critics agree on what kind of music they're listening to. Some list the album in the best-folk category.

Others say it's one of the best classical releases of the year. Truth is, Trio Mediaeval's songs have an ethereal, haunting quality to them that transcends musical boundaries. The folk songs on this CD are Norwegian ballads, hymns, and lullabies.

The three women who make up Trio Mediaeval say they strive to be faithful to the original spirit of the songs. But they admit that any new take on an old folk tune reflects the "musical imprint" of the latest performer.

Trio Mediaeval closes out our show today.