Norwegian and Swedish folk music trio MOJNA returns with the single Undulant

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The title Undulant comes from the Latin word unda (“wave”) and can be translated as “wavelike.” Already in the writing process, the musicians carried an inner image of a boat drifting on the sea – a simple yet powerful symbol of music’s movements.

“For us, that image has been clear all along. The music’s motion back and forth – sometimes calm, other times more forceful – just like a boat following the waves.” says the trio.

The music was written by Thomas Eriksson, but the arrangement grew out of collaboration among the three members.

“We like when each voice has its own place, while constantly being influenced by the others. It’s often in this process, through listening and responding, that the music really finds its expression.”

Since last year, Tuva Færden has been part of the trio, and her presence has brought new energy and opened up new musical directions.

“We’ve found a sound that feels both new and familiar to us. Undulant is a fine entry point to the album, as it contains both simplicity and layers of subtle nuances that, for us, say a lot about where we are headed.”

With Undulant, MOJNA wants to share a bit of the journey they themselves have been on over the past year – both as musicians and as a trio.

“We hope that those who listen can also feel some of the wavelike motion we experienced during the recording.”

Thomas Eriksson (guitar/composer) is a guitarist and composer focused on Nordic folk music. After graduating from the University of Music and Drama in Gothenburg in 2016, he has worked as a theatre musician in eleven productions at Västanå Teater, as well as a freelance musician on projects including MOJNA, GKN5, and Snøsong. In spring 2022, he composed music for the theatre productions Kven var Odin and Skarvespelet. In 2023/2024, his work included composition for the dance performance Tausand serving as music director at Beaivváš Sámi Našunálateáhter for the production Ædnan.

Tuva Færden (Hardanger fiddle, vocals) is a leading Norwegian folk musician specializing in Hardanger fiddle. She also draws inspiration from other musical traditions, including South Indian music, which she has incorporated into both her fiddle playing and singing. In recent years, Tuva has distinguished herself through projects such as the duo Murakami/Færden and a commissioned work for the Førdefestival 2024. She has also played key roles in theatrical productions, including the lead in Solens Dotter at Västanå Musik och Teater in summer 2023.

Anna Malmström (clarinet/bass clarinet) is a folk musician who emerged from Sweden’s urban folk and world music scene. With Nordic folk music at her core, she also blends Eastern European melodies, jazzy solos, and poetic taksim-inspired improvisation rooted in Ottoman musical traditions. Her curiosity and wide-ranging tonal palette continually open up new possibilities for expression. Since 2014, she has toured with bands including Sallyswag, GKN5, Världens Band, Ale Möller’s Zenomania, and the Erik Dahl Ensemble, among others.