Henning Kraggerud is the artistic leader of the Arctic Philharmonic chamber orchestra. Kraggerud is a recognized violinist, violist and composer, and well known for his virtuosity, creativity and ability to communicate. These are values that are central in his work with the orchestra.

“The Arctic Philharmonic strings of Tromsø are as evocative as their leader – Norway now has a great school of string-teaching…”
David Nice, BBC Music Magazine, 5/5 stars

The strings in the Arctic Philharmonic have together with Kraggerud developed a leading chamber orchestra, and through the last years they have been recognized for their expression and sound, in recordings and through national and international tours.