Ylva Skog

Ylva Skog, born in 1963 in Skarpnäck, Stockholm, Sweden, is a captivating composer whose work spans orchestral, chamber, and vocal music, with occasional forays into electroacoustic compositions. Her music is known for its minimalist elegance and emotional depth, as showcased in pieces like her 2015 Concerto and the evocative choral work "Dalen (The Valley)." Skog's compositions have been performed by esteemed ensembles such as the Swedish Radio Chorus and the BBC Singers, and she has been recognized with multiple Grammis nominations, Sweden's prestigious music awards. Her collaboration with other notable composers and performers further highlights her standing in the contemporary classical music scene.