Kroumata Percussion Ensemble

Johan Silvmark, Roger Bergström, Ulrik Nilsson, Pontus Langendorf

Kroumata is one of the world`s leading percussion ensembles. The unequalled dynamism and energy of their performances have dazzled audiences all over the world. The unique experience of a Kroumata concert appeals to audiences of all different ages and cultural backgrounds. Kroumata possess a strong commitment to contemporary percussion music and have commissioned numerous works from Swedish and international composers. The group’s extensive repertoire includes works by composers as diverse as Sofia Gubaidulina, John Cage, Iannis Xenakis, Steve Reich, Toru Takemitsu and Sven David Sandström. Over 220 works have received their World Premieres by Kroumata.
The Kroumata Ensemble has made tours to some 40 countries and performed recitals to critical acclaim all over the world. The past few years alone included a sold-out performance at the Lincoln Center, New York, performances at the Berliner Philharmonie and Wiener Konzerthaus as well as tours to Brazil, Mexico, Taiwan, Portugal, Italy, Finland and Germany.