“And she has actually succeeded in not only making one of the most exciting newly written works I've heard in a long time, but also achieving a synthesis of the whole idea.”

- Matti Edén, music critic and writer on Sydsvenskan (Translated quote).

One of the finalists in Linköpings Studentsångare Composition Award 2024

“Everything was new and yet sounded familiar. No over-refined modernisms. Contemporary music by Hanna Blomberg, written for the ears of the audience. Not against them.”

— Straubinger Tagblatt, article by Kristian Kuhnle

“The German premiere of Hanna Blomberg’s Tidens betydelse (2023) was both thrilling and stimulating.”

“The piece is a compelling and multilayered work, clearly influenced by Swedish folk music.”

“It begins with soft violin lines, answered by the winds, before building into a grand and powerful structure. Modern clusters roll in over the traditional, dance-inspired motifs like a great wave.”

“That Hanna Blomberg is a violinist becomes clear through the many bowing techniques employed throughout the piece.”

— Translated quotes by Dr. Edith Rabenstein

“We have performed for four in various contexts, and it has always been very well received by the audience. It captures the joy we feel when playing together.
The piece is highly varied, full of energy, and playfully blends folk music and art music.”

— Bellevue String Quartet

“In May 2025, Sinfonietta Passau had the honour of presenting the German premiere of the work ‘Tidens betydelse’ by the young Swedish composer Hanna Blomberg. This exciting composition is a brilliant fusion of traditional and modern elements. Full of inspiration and emotion, it successfully contrasts invigorating rhythms with breathtaking brass chorales. The musicians of Sinfonietta Passau and I thoroughly enjoyed the rehearsals and performances. The piece was also highly praised by the audience and the press. It is a great honour for me to present magnificent works by outstanding contemporary female composers. “

- Eleni Papakyriakou, founder and chief conductor of Sinfonietta Passau

Hanna Blomberg

composer • violinist • folk musician • teacher

Hanna Blomberg is a Malmö-based composer, violinist and pedagogue with degrees in violin and composition from Malmö Academy of Music. She has a background as a folk musician and is part of the successful bands Trio Wolski and Stringflip.

She has also brought the folk musical tonal language into her compositions and is particularly interested in mixing tonal material with extended playing techniques. Several of her works draw inspiration from visual art created by her father Lars-Eric Blomberg.

She has had her works premiered by Musica Vitae, Ensemble Mare Balticum, Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra, Monbijou Quartet, Orchestra Moderna Musica, Vindla String Quartet, Bellevue String Quartet, Trio Hava and other smaller ensembles and soloists.

Biography

"It has been so much fun to play Hanna Blomberg's string quartet Flyg! Both singable and groovy, but above all, very beautiful without feeling old-fashioned in any way!"
"She tells a clear story and, through her knowledge of the instrument, can convey this using a variety of techniques and tones."
- Monbijou Quartet

Composer

Discover Hanna’s journey as a composer, where she blends folk music with contemporary techniques. This video highlights her works for String Quartet with Monbijou Quartet and the commissioned piece for Musica Vitae and Ensemble Mare Balticum.

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“It was such a lively and joyful experience to perform together; everything flowed effortlessly! The members of Trio Wolski are so professional and delightful, and I'd love to collaborate with them again!”

— Member of Sorella Vokalensemble (Translated quote).

Musician

Hanna regularly performs with the folk music groups Trio Wolski and Stringflip. In this video, experience the vibrant and intricate sounds of traditional and contemporary folk music as Hanna collaborates with Trio Wolski. Their music blends rich, melodic textures with rhythmic vitality.

Solo Project

In her solo project, Hanna explores the versatile sounds of the viola d'amore using effect pedals and Ableton Live. She blends traditional techniques with modern technology to create unique and experimental soundscapes.