Polstjärnepriset
Polstjärnepriset was established in 2007 by the municipality of Vänersborg as an annual competition for Sweden’s best young classical musicians. Over the years, Polstjärnepriset has evolved into more than a competition – the purpose of Polstjärnepriset is to recognise young talents who play classical music and help them in their continued musical development. The competition element is complemented by teaching and seminars as well as orchestral and ensemble playing where all participants also get the chance to play and perform together.
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All photos below: Olle Gustafsson
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October course weekend with wind band and concerts
Last weekend, we had another fantastic YOMA course weekend! It was a packed weekend with over 100 lessons and masterclasses, both on-site in Vänersborg and online. Maciej Rakowski gives online…
Polstjärnepriset summer highlights
Photo credits: Magnus Skrede What a fantastic summer it has been for Polstjärnepriset, with one highlight after another. Cellist Inez Karlsson, winner of Polstjärnepriset 2023, played at Slottsskogen together with…
Polstjärnepriset Symphony Orchestra’s succes at Baltic Sea Festival with Esa-Pekka Salonen
On 26 August, Polstjärnepriset Symphony Orchestra gave a fantastic concert in an almost sold-out Berwaldhallen, conducted by Esa-Pekka Salonen and Marco Crispo. The programme included Brahms 4th Symphony, Grieg and…
Polstjärnepriset Symphony Orchestra meets Valdres sommersymfoni
This month, the orchestra takes a trip abroad! We’re very happy to work together 23-28 June with the Valdres International Academy for Strings for young musicians in Valdres, Norway. Meanwhile,…
Inez Karlsson and the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra perform at the National Day concert
On the Swedish National Day, 6 June 2023, you can enjoy festive music for young and old. The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra will take place in Slottsskogen to celebrate the 402nd…
Apply for Polstjärnepriset 2024: competition and course
Do you want to become one of Polstjärnepriset’s stars?️ Now is the time to apply to Polstjärnepriset 2024! Both the course and the competition will take place in two parts, in…
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Course within YOMAs Talent Programme May
For national and Nordic string talents, online/IRL, practising teachers are equally welcome. The course is given both online and on site in Vänersborg and welcomes everyone (about 10-18 years old)…
YOMA open course weekend May
Open Course and Open Programme for strings, online and IRL, for students and educators. The course is given both online and on site in Vänersborg and welcomes you (about 10-18…