The Royal College of Music Stockholm recently hosted a series of captivating graduation concerts, showcasing the talents of its emerging artists. From the celestial melodies of Kathrin Lorenzen's opera to the jazz-infused creations of Jonathan Jessen and Axel Lidgren, each performance highlighted the unique artistry and dedication of the students. This celebration of music not only honored the graduates but also offered audiences an unforgettable journey through a diverse range of musical genres and expressions.

A Symphony of Talent: Celebrating Artistic Graduations at the Royal College of Music Stockholm

Isac Schillberg

Jonathan Jessen

Erik Palmenäs

Markus Borell

Eskil Larsson

Morgan Lingren

Hjalmar Nordkvist

Olle  Arvidsson Eklind

Malte Boqvist

Victor Nordmark

Royal College of Music Stockholm

Trumpeter Erik Palmenäs will be giving a graduation concert with his newly formed decette. Classics by Gillespie, Walton and Shorter are promised.

In his thesis, Erik has studied and analyzed the trumpet playing of bebop icon Dizzy Gillespie. To pay tribute to him, Erik has put together a decette and written arrangements inspired by Gillespie's big band. They will perform some of Gillespie's compositions as well as other gems by, among others, Wayne Shorter and Cedar Walton.

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Erik Palmenäs's Decette - Graduation Concert

Erik Palmenäs's Decette - Graduation Concert

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