SUNDAY 12/4 2026

Welcome to a workshop focusing on tunes from Ostrobothnia when Mats Granfors comes to Malmö!

 

Mats Granfors grew up in a family deeply rooted in folk music. His grandfather was a traditional fiddler, and Mats learned the music by ear. He also learned from other folk musicians in the Närpes–Korsnäs area. For a period, Mats “put the fiddle on the shelf” and trained as a pianist in Denmark. A few years ago, he returned to the fiddle and now plays with the trio I Fäälan, which received the award Group of the Year 2024 at the national Eläköön Folk Gala in Finland.

 

All instruments are welcome. Feel free to bring a friend or family member.

 

The course fee is 500 SEK.

Location: Studieförbundet Bilda, Jörgen Ankersgatan 12, Malmö.

Presented by:
Studieförbundet Bilda

Elsa is the name of the main character who loses her best friend, Teddy, at a fairground. Elsa cries and misses her dear friend, and her imagination about where Teddy might have gone comes alive through newly written songs perfectly suited for the youngest audience: “The Fair Song,” “The Bicycle Song,” “Knock-Knock Song,” “Hello Teddy Song,” and more. A fireworks display of exciting worlds, lively characters, and music comes to life as we open this magical box!

When Teddy Went Missing is a variety-inspired puppet musical specially created for the very youngest audience. The story is guided by fairground directors Ida Gustafsson and Johan Ohlsson from Apolonia Musikteater.

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Presented by:
Barnens Scen, UNGA Musik i Syd

This is a traditional music session with a focus on songs, coordinated by Colm Doyle, Irish Music Society of Skåne. If you’d like to sing, please let Colm know during the session. The repertoire is predominantly — though not exclusively — from the British Isles, reflecting how broadsides, ballads, and shanties travelled freely back and forth across the Irish Sea and the Atlantic. A cappella, unison, harmony, and accompanied singing are all encouraged.
 

A few things to keep in mind:
• Leave your guitar at home. Two house guitars will be available; some melody instruments may also be on hand if backing is needed.
• Bring your voice — and your songs. Come ready to sing, preferably from memory. Don’t be shy about sharing a few words about your song; its background and context help bring the story to life.

Presented by:
Irish Music Society of Skåne 

Stålblå Katt, Fimbul, and Hastverk are three newly formed folk bands from Skurup Folk High School who will tour in April 2026.
 

Stålblå Katt
Urban folk music rooted in tradition and shaped by the present. With gritty strings, driving drums, accordion, and expressive vocals, the band explores the meeting point between folk music’s timeless sound and the raw energy of the city.
 

Fimbul
Fimbul’s music is driven by a strong sense of community and joyful groove. Their repertoire blends Nordic folk music—both traditional and modern—with original compositions, moving between the fragile and the powerful.
 

Hastverk
A Nordic folk music quintet with members from Sweden, Denmark, Chile, Norway, and Greece. Traditional Nordic folk meets global influences in playful and intimate soundscapes where melody and improvisation intertwine.

Presented by:
Skurups Folkhögskola