We have our first participant of Eurovision Young Musicians, as it has been revealed that Cellist Hugo Svedberg will represent Sweden at the 21st edition of the competition.
Winner of the Polstjärnepriset 2024
Hugo won the Polstjärnepriset 2024 where he impressed the jury with his solo performance, as well as his performance with the Gothenburg Symphony.
Speaking about his win, he mentioned the following:
It was so much fun playing with the orchestra and I’ve learned so much.
In the Pole Star Prize, you get the opportunity to play with a professional orchestra, which is very special. There are also many rounds in the competition and you learn something every time
The jury also commented on why they selected Hugo as the winner:
Hugo is a young master with a powerful tone. He has an obvious soloist understanding, musical intelligence and heart.
As the winner of Polstjärnepriset 2024, Hugo receives 50,000SEK, as well as being appointed as Sweden’s representative at this year’s Eurovision Young Musicians in Norway.
What we know about Eurovision Young Musicians 2024
Earlier in the year, it has been revealed that Norwegian broadcaster NRK and the city of Bodø will be the hosts of the 21st edition of Eurovision Young Musicians, which will take place on Stromen Concert Hall on the 17th August 2024.
At the time of writing, the following countries have revealed their intention to participate
Sweden’s Eurovision Young Musicians Journey
Sweden made their debut in Eurovision Young Musicians in 1986, and have participated in the competition 14 times, and have won the competition once in 2006. Their recent participation saw them being represented by Lukas Flink with the Trombone.
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News Source: Yoma Center
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