Programme

Finnish-Swedish Moses Pergament (1893–1977) was a prominent and well-known figure in the music scene, active both as a composer and as a music critic for Svenska Dagbladet, but sadly now largely forgotten. He was born into an Orthodox Jewish family in Helsinki but moved to Stockholm in his twenties.

The Jewish Song was composed towards the end of the Second World War, while the Holocaust was still ongoing and becoming increasingly revealed. The texts are taken from two of Ragnar Josephson's poetry collections from the early 1900s: Kedjan (”The Chain”) and Jewish Poems. There, Pergament found ”the feelings of a true Jew. Not a contemptible nationalism, but a liberating sense of solidarity, even in the greatest suffering”. The work has been called a choral symphony, but in his biography of Pergament (2016), Carl-Gunnar Åhlén argues that symphonic song cycle would be a better description.

This is masterful, overwhelming, and emotionally impactful music that over the years has sadly been neglected. The only recording available is from 1974 – with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, soloists, and choir conducted by James DePreist. It was also the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra that premiered The Jewish Song in its entirety in 1947, after various planned performances had been delayed for years, probably due to political anxiety – even after the defeat of Nazi Germany.

Here, the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and the Eric Ericson Chamber Choir are led by Tobias Ringborg, and as soloists, we hear singers Agneta Eichenholz and the Norwegian Kjetil Støa.

French composer Gabriel Fauré's music shines with melodic charm, sprinkled with a touch of nostalgia. In small pieces like Après un rêve (After a Dream) and Sicilienne for cello and piano, it's easy to imagine a Paris bathed in romantic glow. Exquisitely beautiful is Pavane opus 50, one of Fauré's most beloved pieces often performed in its orchestrated version.

Johan Fransén, alternate section leader in the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra's clarinet section, along with Mikael Sjögren, alternate section leader in the cello section, and the orchestra's pianist Stefan Lindgren, form a trio in a program entirely dedicated to Gabriel Fauré.

As a concluding highlight, we hear Fauré's exquisite piano trio from 1923. In the first movement, there is a thoughtfulness bordering on melancholy, yet it is not sorrowful music. The second movement is dreamy and heartfelt, while the third is full of energy and strong contrasts. By around 1910, Fauré had begun to experience hearing problems, and when he composed this piano trio – one of his last completed works – he was likely completely deaf.

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Menu: Green pea soup with Västerbotten cheese. The soup is served with sourdough bread, crispbread, butter, mineral water/light beer, coffee/tea, and a piece of chocolate. Wine and beer available for purchase for those who wish.

All soups are lactose- and gluten-free. Please inform us of any special dietary requirements when booking.

Konserthuset Stockholm at Hötorget is one of Sweden’s great architectural masterpieces. Created during a period of expansion in Stockholm, by the Swedish architect Ivar Tengbom, it opened in 1926. Konserthuset Stockholm was built for the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and has since the start been the dedicated venue for the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony as well as many other prestigious events.

• The guided tour is held in Swedish.
• Maximum 25 persons/tour.

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This year, we’re celebrating 40 years of Nacka Musikklasser gathering music-loving children and young people to sing through their compulsory school years at a high level of artistic skill. On 23 May, we will play and sing in celebration in the Main Hall of Konserthuset Stockholm! You are welcome to join us and take joy in the music!

Nacka Musikklasser has offered music training for primary and lower secondary school-aged students since 1984. Based on the Swedish choral tradition, students have opportunities to grow in both classical and modern music. Key words are awareness and ambition, regardless of genre. Nacka Musikklasser aims to contribute to students’ personal, social and musical development by giving them experiences involving advanced music practice, and laying the foundation for a life-long relationship with music.

Konserthuset Stockholm at Hötorget is one of Sweden’s great architectural masterpieces. Created during a period of expansion in Stockholm, by the Swedish architect Ivar Tengbom, it opened in 1926. Konserthuset Stockholm was built for the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and has since the start been the dedicated venue for the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony as well as many other prestigious events.

• The guided tour is held in Swedish.
• Maximum 25 persons/tour.

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Subtitles
Subtitles in English and Swedish is activated by using the CC control in the video player.

Finnish-Swedish Moses Pergament (1893–1977) was a prominent and well-known figure in the music scene, active both as a composer and as a music critic for Svenska Dagbladet, but sadly now largely forgotten. He was born into an Orthodox Jewish family in Helsinki but moved to Stockholm in his twenties.

The Jewish Song was composed towards the end of the Second World War, while the Holocaust was still ongoing and becoming increasingly revealed. The texts are taken from two of Ragnar Josephson's poetry collections from the early 1900s: Kedjan (”The Chain”) and Jewish Poems. There, Pergament found ”the feelings of a true Jew. Not a contemptible nationalism, but a liberating sense of solidarity, even in the greatest suffering”. The work has been called a choral symphony, but in his biography of Pergament (2016), Carl-Gunnar Åhlén argues that symphonic song cycle would be a better description.

This is masterful, overwhelming, and emotionally impactful music that over the years has sadly been neglected. The only recording available is from 1974 – with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, soloists, and choir conducted by James DePreist. It was also the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra that premiered The Jewish Song in its entirety in 1947, after various planned performances had been delayed for years, probably due to political anxiety – even after the defeat of Nazi Germany.

Here, the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and the Eric Ericson Chamber Choir are led by Tobias Ringborg, and as soloists, we hear singers Agneta Eichenholz and the Norwegian Kjetil Støa.

Welcome to Nordiska Musikgymnasiet upper-secondary school’s spring concert, presenting a range of musical experiences in different chamber music constellations. There will also be music for string orchestra and choir.

Nordiska Musikgymnasiet is an independent upper-secondary school with an emphasis on classical music. In its 20 years in operation, it has become established as one of Sweden’s leading upper-secondary programmes in music. Young rising stars such as cellist Hanna Dahlkvist, conductor Emil Eliasson, organist Joakim Andersson, soprano Annie Ternström, violinist Johan Dalene, pianist Sebastian Iivonen and many others all attended this school. 

In addition to a complete upper-secondary education (advanced aesthetic programme that recruits students from all over Sweden), the school offers professional training in music. Nordiska Musikgymnasiet accepts students from throughout Sweden, the Nordic region, and the rest of Europe. Students are admitted for all acoustic instruments, singing, composition and conducting.

Last year’s success is back! Millesgården Museum, in collaboration with Konserthuset Stockholm, is once again hosting outdoor concerts at Millesgården. Experience music, art, and good food in perfect harmony.

The doors to the sculpture park open well before the concert, allowing visitors to experience the magical Millesgården in its early summer attire. Enjoy a glass of bubbly or some light refreshments at the summer café outside Anne’s House, then find a nice spot to settle down and enjoy the music.

At each event, an ensemble performs music carefully selected to suit both the location and the time when the Milles couple lived there.

Since January 2016, there is an 'orchestra academy' associated with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra. The international RSPO Orchestra Academy offers advanced academic training for young musicians. They also introduce themselves through a series of public concerts – as seen here with this year's academy students.

In collaboration with Millesgården

A Finnish program featuring the young Finnish conductor Emilia Hoving. She was named Newcomer of the Year by the Finnish critics in 2021, the same year she made her debut with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra. She has studied with Sakari Oramo, the Conductor Laurate of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and former chief conductor.

Finnish-Swedish composer Ida Moberg – ”Finland's first female symphonist” – has only recently begun to receive recognition. She studied composition with her contemporary Sibelius and composed over 100 works. Her music is influenced by both spiritual and anthroposophical interests, and the orchestral suite Soluppgång (Sunrise) is not only inspired by nature but also a contemplation of human existence. The first movement of the suite was premiered by the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra at the Nobel Prize Ceremony in 2022.

Sibelius's first two symphonies are often described as national-romantic, but Symphony No. 3 from 1907 represents something entirely different. The music partly reverts to older musical forms and characteristics, but the third and final movement still breaks away from simple descriptions with its enigmatically shifting moods.

Millesgården Museum, in collaboration with Konserthuset Stockholm, is once again hosting outdoor concerts at Millesgården. Experience music, art, and good food in perfect harmony.

The doors to the sculpture park open well before the concert, allowing visitors to experience the magical Millesgården in its early summer attire. Enjoy a glass of bubbly or some light refreshments at the summer café outside Anne’s House, then find a nice spot to settle down and enjoy the music.

At each event, an ensemble performs music carefully selected to suit both the location and the time when the Milles couple lived there. At this final concert, we hear an ensemble consisting of young Polish musicians from the NOSPR Orchestra Academy, which is affiliated with the National Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra in Katowice. It is a higher specialized education for musicians, similar to the orchestra academy affiliated with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra at Konserthuset. The two orchestra academies have also collaborated on several occasions.

In collaboration with Millesgården

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The concert is presented as part of the project Institutions of the Future 2024–2025, with support from the Polish Ministry of Culture under the Inspiring Culture initiative. It is also carried out in collaboration with and with support from the Polish Institute.