At the end of summer, Tomas Andersson Wij entered the studio with some of the country's foremost jazz musicians. The first taste from that session was the song "Still Got the Blues from Sweden," currently playing frequently on the radio. On December 15, the next single will be released, the title track of the album, "Sorgsna sånger gör mig glad" (Sad Songs Make Me Happy), where Tomas describes the significance of music in his life and lists "sad songs" that make him happy. From Lina Sandell's "Blott en dag" to Allan Edwall's "Den lilla bäcken" and Laleh's "En stund på jorden."
The album "Sorgsna sånger gör mig glad" will be released on January 26, and in early March, Tomas Andersson Wij begins his spring tour, with one of the stops at Sara Kulturhus on May 2.
"I have come to realize that music is my religion. It is where I seek comfort, strength, and inspiration. The more contentious and politicized society becomes, the more concert halls appear as churches. A bright and unifying place. One of the few places in society where people still meet beyond opinions and positions," says Tomas Andersson Wij.
During his 25 years as an artist, Andersson Wijs' songs have filled many concert halls. Few Swedish artists have toured as much as he has. And in the spring, he embarks on a new journey, together with the pianist who has been by his side in recent years, Andreaz Hedén, and the acclaimed jazz musician Nils Berg on saxophone, clarinet, and flute. The trio did a couple of summer concerts together with such a good aftertaste that they have now booked a full tour. In spring 2024, they will come to Skellefteå and Sara Kulturhus. Don't miss it!
At the end of summer, Tomas Andersson Wij entered the studio with some of the country's foremost jazz musicians. The first taste from that session was the song "Still Got the Blues from Sweden," currently playing frequently on the radio. On December 15, the next single will be released, the title track of the album, "Sorgsna sånger gör mig glad" (Sad Songs Make Me Happy), where Tomas describes the significance of music in his life and lists "sad songs" that make him happy. From Lina Sandell's "Blott en dag" to Allan Edwall's "Den lilla bäcken" and Laleh's "En stund på jorden."
The album "Sorgsna sånger gör mig glad" will be released on January 26, and in early March, Tomas Andersson Wij begins his spring tour, with one of the stops at Sara Kulturhus on May 2.
"I have come to realize that music is my religion. It is where I seek comfort, strength, and inspiration. The more contentious and politicized society becomes, the more concert halls appear as churches. A bright and unifying place. One of the few places in society where people still meet beyond opinions and positions," says Tomas Andersson Wij.
During his 25 years as an artist, Andersson Wijs' songs have filled many concert halls. Few Swedish artists have toured as much as he has. And in the spring, he embarks on a new journey, together with the pianist who has been by his side in recent years, Andreaz Hedén, and the acclaimed jazz musician Nils Berg on saxophone, clarinet, and flute. The trio did a couple of summer concerts together with such a good aftertaste that they have now booked a full tour. In spring 2024, they will come to Skellefteå and Sara Kulturhus. Don't miss it!
Good to know before your visit:
Age limit: none.
Bag policy: applies to events in Stage 1 and Stage 2, read more here.
Coat check: available near the stage for the event. The coat check fee is included in your ticket.
Admission: approximately 30 minutes before the event starts.
Food and drinks: not allowed to be brought into our venues. Hearing aids: available in all our venues, read more here.
Walker: placed outside the entrance, on-site staff is available if you need assistance.
Elevator: available at staircase B, left side.
Wheelchair spaces: All wheelchair spaces are accessible via elevator, staircase B, left side. Please respect that wheelchair spaces are intended for wheelchair users. In case of violation, the ticket will be declared invalid on-site, and entry to the event will be denied. No ticket refunds will be made for incorrect purchases.
Craving for a lovely mingling before the concert?
Before the concert, The Wood Hotel by Elite offers drinks and light snacks in the Southern foyer. The serving opens 45 minutes before the event starts.
Welcome!
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Good to know before your visit:
Age limit: none.
Bag policy: applies to events in Stage 1 and Stage 2, read more here
Coat check: available near the stage for the event. The coat check fee is included in your ticket.
Admission: approximately 30 minutes before the event starts.
Food and drinks: not allowed to be brought into our venues. Hearing aids: available in all our venues, read more here.
Rollator: placed outside the entrance, on-site staff is available if you need assistance.
Elevator: available at staircase B, left side.
Wheelchair spaces: All wheelchair spaces are accessible via elevator, staircase B, left side. Please respect that wheelchair spaces are intended for wheelchair users. In case of violation, the ticket will be declared invalid on-site, and entry to the event will be denied. No ticket refunds will be made for incorrect purchases.
Feeling like some delightful mingling before the concert?
Before the concert, The Wood Hotel by Elite offers drinks and light snacks in the Southern foyer. The serving opens 45 minutes before the event starts.
Welcome!
