With infectious playing joy, Stringflip presents a versatile and modern folk quartet. Their music is energetic, groovy, and danceable, always rooted in a strong and simple melody. The melodies are primarily newly composed, with clear ties to both Nordic and Celtic folk traditions, and all four members contribute new compositions and arrangements to the quartet. They also draw inspiration from their diverse musical backgrounds in classical music, rock/pop, and metal, resulting in a repertoire that ranges from delicate chamber-music-like arrangements and virtuosic solos to danceable tunes and a few heartfelt folk songs.
The band’s self-titled debut album from 2021 earned them a DMA nomination and several critical accolades, including praise from Swedish Lira Musikmagasin, which called it an impressive debut, while British Living Tradition praised the crisp and precise playing. Their second studio album, ‘Antics’, was released in April 2025 and features seven new melodies composed by the members of the quartet, each leaving their distinct mark on the musical whole. The quartet has performed at numerous Danish and international festivals, including Nordischer Klang (DE), Viljandi Folk Festival (EE), and Musik over Præstø Fjord (DK).
On their second studio album ‘Antics’, the quartet explores new sides of themselves, allowing Sofie Bollen’s voice to unfold in interpretations of two traditional Danish classics: ‘Gådevisen’ and ‘Tit er jeg glad’ by Carl Nielsen. The album also includes seven new compositions by the members, each contributing their personal touch to the overall musical expression.
Stringflip consists of Sofie Bollen on violin and vocals (DK), Hanna Blomberg on violin and viola d’amore (SE), Albin Sundin on cittern (SE), and Veronika Voetmann on cello (DK).
