Tobias Broström: Kaléidoscope

Tobias Broström has strongly profiled himself as an orchestral composer of both solo concertos and large orchestral works in his rapidly growing list of compositions. In particular, his longstanding affiliation with the Gävle Symphony Orchestra - documented here - has greatly influenced his development in this area. Strongly characteristic in Broström’s music is a steady rhythmic vibrancy and tonal ingenuity. As a trained percussionist, Broström has also developed the ability to utilize the orchestra’s percussive resources in a new and unexpected manner. All of the compositions on the album are infused with these features, but of course each work has its own unique personality. (Staffan Storm)