Kristina Thede Johansen

Kristina Thede Johansen, a classical saxophone player and entrepreneur from the Faroe Islands, began her musical journey at 12 years old in Tórshavnar Musikkskúli. She pursued studies at the Royal Academy of Music in Aarhus, Denmark, and at the Sibelius Academy in Finland with exchange studies in Norway. In October 2024 she finished her postgraduate studies in Aarhus.

Active in chamber music, she performs in various ensembles, including Ensemble Eiradís, EKA, Aldubáran and Nordic Saxophone Collective. As an entrepreneur, she initiates and participates in chamber music projects across Nordic countries. Kristina has earned several awards, including the prestigious Sonning Tqlent Prize, prizes in the Stella Polaris competition, RAMA Soloist competition and recognition as an “Honor Student” at the Asia Pacific Saxophone Academy. She’s also received scholarships from various foundations and organizations such as A.P. Møllers Fonden and Augustinus Fonden.