Ellen Arkbro

Ellen Arkbro is a Swedish composer, sound artist, and musician known for her unique explorations of harmonic sound and tuning systems. Born in Stockholm in 1990, Arkbro studied at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm and continued her education under La Monte Young and Marian Zazeela in New York City, drawing strong influence from the minimalist and just intonation music traditions. Her body of work spans solo albums, site-specific installations, and collaborations with various ensembles and experimental musicians.

Arkbro’s compositions often employ a restrained sonic palette, focusing on long tones, drones, and subtle shifts in pitch and harmony, creating meditative and immersive listening experiences. She works with a range of instruments, including organ, guitar, brass, and electronics, and her pieces frequently explore the interaction between sound and acoustic space. Releases such as "For Organ and Brass," "CHORDS," and "Sounds While Waiting" have garnered her international attention for their contemplative beauty and rigorous conceptual approach.

Arkbro continues to perform and present her work at festivals, concert halls, and art spaces worldwide, establishing herself as a distinctive voice in the contemporary experimental music scene.