Christoffer Sundqvist is one of the leading clarinetists of his generation. Alongside his outstanding performances of the classical repertoire, the Finnish musician is an ambassador for contemporary Nordic music. Composers including Esa-Pekka Salonen, Erkki-Sven Tüür, Aulis Sallinen, Sebastian Fagerlund, Olli Kortekangas and Jukka Linkola have all written concertos for him. Christoffer has appeared as soloist with orchestras across Europe. His 2022 debuts include the Nielsen Concerto with Rotterdam Symphony Orchestra and chamber music concerts in Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Wigmore Hall. As an active chamber musician he has performed at festivals and venues including Kuhmo Chamber Music, West-Cork Chamber Music, Delft, Concertgebouw, Vinterfest and Helsinki Festival. His discography includes releases on BIS, Alba and Ondine Records, many of which have been awarded Emma prizes. Christopher has been principal clarinet of the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra since 2005 and is lecturer in clarinet at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki.