With tones for Passion – part of the festival Swedish Music Spring

– Anders Nilsson in Focus

For several years, it has been a tradition that we at Storkyrkan host the concert that inaugurates the Svensk musikvår festival. We are happy, proud, and always equally inspired to contribute to celebrating and highlighting Swedish music in this festival that is brimming with life and creativity!

In recent years, the concert has taken the form of a composer portrait. This is also the case this year, when Anders Nilsson and his music are at the center. Anders Nilsson has long been established as one of Sweden’s most interesting composers, not only as a symphonist but also with chamber music, opera, and sacred music in his repertoire. Stepping into Anders Nilsson’s sound worlds is a breathtaking experience where each piece carries a story that reflects his artistic depth and breadth. His musical language is wonderfully both complex and accessible. We are especially pleased to present one of his latest works, Sfärer (Spheres), which truly lives up to its name. Here, the entire church space vibrates with sound and rhythm as the choir, percussion, and organ unite their sonic worlds!

Program
Anders Nilsson Sfärer
Anders Nilsson ur Requiem
Anders Nilsson Aria
Anders Nilsson Les clôches de la nuit
Anders Nilsson Visa mig vägen (World Premiere)

Stockholms Cathedral Singers
Martin Sturfält piano
Daniel Berg & Anders Åstrand percussion
Jaanika Kuusik soprano
Mattias Wager organist
Johan Hammarström conductor

Please note that no large bags, backpacks, suitcases, or strollers are allowed inside the church!