Symbio

In the organizer's words:

with Johannes Geworkian Hellman & LarsEmil Öjeberget
Symbio is one of the most prominent new bands on the Nordic folk and world music scene. With a magical interplay of hurdy-gurdy and accordion, an electrifying stage presence and captivating original compositions, the duo has become a phenomenon on tour in more than 20 countries. In addition, the duo was able to inspire many listeners as an official showcase at WOMEX in 2023.
When you hear this symphonic duo, you doubt the fact that there are only two musicians on stage. The musical world of Symbio is mesmerizing and soulful - virtuoso folk and electronic dance music meet here and become a cinematic experience for the listener.
They have played at numerous international festivals such as the BU Radio Folk inRudolstadt (GER), the International Folk Alliance Conference in the USA, the Nordic Folk Alliance in Denmark, the Munidial Montréal conference in Canada, the Tallin Music Week, Estonia, as well as at the Folk Expo in Spain.
Lars Emil Öjeberget and Johannes Geworkian Hellman met at a jam session in 2011. When they played together for the first time, they felt that there was a special energy and musical connection between them. Right there, after their first meeting - they decided to form Symbio. Since then, their journey as a duo continues to new places, both musically and geographically.

Line-up
Johannes Geworkian Hellman - hurdy-gurdy, electronics
Lars Emil Öjeberget - accordion, stompboxes, electronics