The Tree of Life
31 May @ 16:00 - 17:00
160SEK
The vocal ensemble VOS was formed in 2015 under the name Malmö Live Vokalensemble. VOS has high ambitions and is eager to explore new music. The name stands for Voices of Scandinavia and reflects the choir’s ideals, the delicate and direct sound often associated with Scandinavia. The choir is led by Robert Bennesh, former cathedral organist in Lund and now organist and choir leader at Uppsala Cathedral.
In today’s program, Stefan Klaverdal’s music is the common thread, with movements from the oratorio Vid porten (At the Gate), which was premiered by VOS in 2023. Stefan Klaverdal, born in 1975 in Stockholm, is one of Sweden’s most active and internationally recognized sound artists and composers. His music is known for being both dark and mysterious, but also kaleidoscopic, dramatic, and lyrical, often with a unique mix of acoustic and electronic instruments. As a singer, he seeks the lyrical and human aspects of music, where electronics are seen as an extension of his own voice.
The concert also includes contemporary compositions by, among others, the Lund composers Linda Alexandersson and Sofia Söderberg.
Program
- Stefan Klaverdal: The Tree of Life, Sub Tuum Praesidium, Alleluia, and Sprickan (The Crack)
- Linda Alexandersson: Ave Regina Caelorum
- Sofia Söderberg: Limu limu lima
- Jan H Börjesson: Välkommen vare du (Welcome You Are) and Veni Sancte Spiritus
- Preben Nodermann: Påskymn (Easter Hymn) and Pingstbön (Pentecost Prayer)
- Josef Hedar: Musik
Vocal Ensemble VOS
Robert Bennesh conductor
Age limit: 6 years and older
Ticket price: 160 SEK, with discounts for seniors/students and children/young people.
Please note that no large bags, backpacks, suitcases, or strollers are allowed inside the church!
Storkyrkan – Stockholm Cathedral is situated in Old Town just beside the Royal Castle. Underground: Old Town or bus to Slottsbacken
Unfortunately, it is not allowed to photograph, film or take up sound during our concerts.
Doors open 30 minutes before the concert starts. Late entry will not be permitted after the concert begins. Please be aware that restroom facilities are limited.
