Short bio:
Blago J is a Macedonian-Swedish classical clarinetist educated in Sweden, the United States and his native Macedonia. He made his first tour as a 13 old boy and so far has performed in half of Europe, China, Japan, the USA and Canada.
Based in Sweden, he has by far worked for major institutions such as the Malmö Opera House, Stockholm City Theater, Lund’s University, Gothenburg University, Cirkus Cirkör, Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra.
Inspired by the folk music of his native Macedonia, Blago J created his first album “Nostalgic Love” and released it in 2019. The album consists of instrumental music performed with the beauty and elegance of the classical clarinet sound, keeping the folk music vibe.
Blago J’s teachers
TEACHING
Presently Blago J teachs at Klassiska Musikskolan in Malmö, Sweden.
He utilizes traditional teaching methods, drawing upon the knowledge passed down to him from his four most influential instructors, combined with wisdom from his own personal experiences. He places strict emphasis on intonation, articulation, sound, and style but also encourage the habit of using emotions to fuel performances. Promoting balanced development of both technical ability and an artistic mind, he remains open to the student’s vision which allows them to incorporate unique personality into their music.