With roots firmly planted in the folk music of West Sweden, Vågspel plays both original compositions and traditional tunes. The music moves through different landscapes, where past and present meet.
The violinists Alice Klint and Kristin Kennemark play with both determination and lyricism, with harmonies and groove that can set anything in motion. In their compositions, bold melodies are combined with enticing rhythms. The tunes have a unique flavour and often reflect the sorrows and joys of life today. The friendship between the musicians is the foundation of their tightly-knit harmony. Alice Klint and Kristin Kennemark each have a bachelor's degree in classical music, which contributes to the high technical level and provides a freedom in both violin playing and composing.
Vågspel released their third album Det finns något annat in 2025. Their debut album was released in 2017, and the following year the duo was crowned Newcomer of the Year at the Swedish Folk and World Music Gala. In 2021, Vågspel was named Ensemble in Residence at Musik i Syd. Their second album I nöd och lust was awarded Album of the Year 2022 by Lira Music Magazine and was nominated for a Swedish Grammy Award in the category Best Folk Music 2023.
Alice Klint they/them - Violin
Kristin Kennemark she/her - Violin
SAID ABOUT VÅGSPEL
… Det finns något annat is crystal clear, flirtatious and artistically on point… The album contains a great number of party tunes which are fiercely rhythmic, alongside tunes with rare grandiosity and an urgent reflection on our current time... The interplay reveals a compelling presence. It’s about time to get your fiddles out and learn the tunes from the album so you’re ready for the hottest hits of the summer!
– Lira Music Magazine #2 2025
The duo configuration is central in Swedish folk music tradition, so finding something truly new here is far from common - but Vågspel creates new paths with razor sharp precision.
– Folkmusiken i P2, Sveriges Radio 2023
The album bubbles and crackles with energy, desire, drive and drama. Skillful violin playing and intimate interplay which is reinforced by foot stamping and shouts…
– Lira Music Magazine # 4 2022
Alice Klint and Kristin Kennemark… deliver a cultivated interplay rarely seen.
– Lira Music Magazine # 3 2022
info@vagspel.com
+46 73 841 54 78