SEMA

clarinet concerto by Jacob Mühlrad

It has always been a dream of mine as a clarinetist to premiere a clarinet concerto, and in April 2024, that dream became a reality with SEMA by Jacob Mühlrad. Performing this piece at Berwaldhallen with the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Martin Fröst—one of the most renowned clarinetists in the world—was nothing short of magical.

Jacob’s music is deeply personal, rich in detail, and full of intensity, and SEMA is no exception. The concerto pushes the clarinet to its expressive and technical limits, creating a mesmerizing dialogue between soloist and orchestra. The premiere was an unforgettable evening, attended by Their Majesties the King and Queen of Sweden, filmed by SVT, and broadcast on national radio.