CHRISTIAN
SVARFVAR
VIOLINIST
Projects
ECHOES OF CINEMA
Echoes of Cinema
A Violin in the Heart of Film
Echoes of Cinema is an elegant and emotionally resonant concert program that celebrates some of the most iconic music ever written for film. Inspired by the legendary album Cinema Serenade with Itzhak Perlman and John Williams, this project reimagines unforgettable film themes in symphonic form — with the violin as the central voice.
Performed by Swedish violinist Christian Svarfvar, the program includes music by John Williams, E W Korngold, Ennio Morricone, Michel Legrand, Luis Bacalov, Nigel Hess, Carlos Gardel, and others — all arranged for solo violin and full orchestra.
These timeless melodies have moved audiences in landmark films such as Schindler’s List, Cinema Paradiso, The Color Purple, Il Postino, Ladies in Lavender, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Angels & Demons, and Scent of a Woman.
Though not yet recorded as an album, Echoes of Cinema has already begun to take form as a powerful live experience — designed for concert halls, outdoor summer programs, and cinematic collaborations.
With its blend of nostalgia and artistry, the project offers a sweeping, lyrical journey through the golden moments of film history — seen through the lens of the violin.
INFINITE BACH
Infinite Bach - Largo
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Infinite Bach - A reimagining of Bach's Violin Concertos
Infinite Bach is a transformative musical project that reinterprets J.S. Bach’s four violin concertos through the visionary lens of Swedish composer Johan Ullén. Since its release in December 2021, the album has garnered millions of streams worldwide, resonating deeply with a diverse global audience and establishing itself as a landmark in contemporary classical recording.
A Dialogue Between Centuries
Ullén’s approach is both respectful and radical — by expanding and reframing Bach’s original structures, he invites listeners into an immersive world where Baroque counterpoint meets cinematic harmony, minimalist textures, and subtle echoes of pop music. The result is a rich and emotionally immediate soundscape that both honors the essence of Bach and introduces it to a new time.
Music that Breathes
At the heart of Infinite Bach lies a fascination with musical time dilation: the desire to linger in the most poignant and fragile musical moments. Ullén extends, stretches, and explores these moments, creating a sense of space and contemplation rarely heard in traditional concert renditions of Bach’s works.
A Global Response
Since its debut, Infinite Bach has been performed and choreographed by numerous major dance companies around the world — including Houston Ballet and Ballet BC — a testament to the music’s narrative strength and emotional accessibility. Its streaming success, with over 5 million plays, underscores its broad appeal beyond traditional classical audiences.
The Recording
The album was recorded in Abbey Road Studio 2 in January 2021, featuring violinist Christian Svarfvar with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. This unique collaboration brought together a composer, soloist, and orchestra united by a shared commitment to craftsmanship, sensitivity, and bold musical imagination.
Bach Re:composed
Orchestral Setting
Duration: approx. 60 minutes
Instrumentation: 4.4 3 2 1 + harpsichord
Learn more: https://www.infinitebach.com/
THE SYMPHONIC TOUCH OF BENNY ANDERSSON
Money, Money, Money
Stockholm Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The Symphonic Touch of Benny Andersson
Benny Andersson is a name universally associated with the iconic Swedish pop group ABBA. Yet behind the global hits lies a multifaceted composer whose work spans genres, generations, and formats. In a groundbreaking collaboration, the London Philharmonic Orchestra and acclaimed Swedish violinist Christian Svarfvar have reimagined Andersson’s music through the lens of the classical symphony orchestra.
A New Orchestral Voice
Curated and arranged by renowned Swedish arranger and conductor Anders Berglund, this project features symphonic interpretations of Andersson’s most beloved compositions — from ABBA, BAO, and the musicals Chess and Kristina från Duvemåla. The result is a vivid, lyrical, and cinematic tribute to one of Sweden’s most important musical voices.
A Landmark Recording
Recorded in London with a full orchestral setting, the album — The Symphonic Touch of Benny Andersson — was released worldwide on April 14, 2023, featuring twelve instrumental tracks. The first single, released on March 10, introduced Christian Svarfvar’s vibrant rendition of ABBA’s Money, Money, Money (1976), performed with the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
In a highlight performance later that year, Christian Svarfvar presented Money, Money, Money with the Stockholm Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Anders Berglund at the official opening of the Swedish Parliament (Riksdag) 2023, held in the Stockholm Concert Hall. The concert was broadcast live on Swedish National Television (SVT2) and attended by the Swedish Royal Family.
A Composer Beyond Pop
Though best known for his work with ABBA, Benny Andersson began his career in the 1960s as a keyboardist and songwriter in Swedish rock bands. His partnership with Björn Ulvaeus led to a creative alliance that would define pop history. Yet Andersson’s artistic path extended far beyond — encompassing musical theatre, folk music, film scores, and orchestral works that reflect his deep musical curiosity and craftsmanship.
A Collaboration of Distinction
With Anders Berglund’s masterful arrangements, Christian Svarfvar’s expressive virtuosity, and the power and nuance of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, this project offers a fresh and deeply musical perspective on Andersson’s repertoire — reframing it with elegance, depth, and symphonic imagination.