Molly Påhlsson

Molly Påhlsson is a Swedish flutist, composer, and improviser whose practice centers on contemporary classical music, sound art and free improvisation. With an exploratory and playful approach to both creation and performance, she continually seeks new sonic worlds and modes of expression.

As a performer, Molly frequently performs with orchestras and contemporary music ensembles around Sweden and has appeared at new music festivals and concert halls with solo and chamber music programs. Her work as a composer spans sound art, electronics, and tape recordings, often developed through interdisciplinary collaborations with artists, architects, perfume designers, and filmmakers. Her work has been presented at new music festivals, concerts, film screenings, and in art galleries. Alongside her performing and composing, Molly works as a flute teacher in Stockholm, finding great value in sharing her knowledge and supporting the next generation of musicians.

Molly holds a Master’s in flute performance from the Royal College of Music in Stockholm and a Bachelor’s from the School of Music in Piteå, where she also studied composition. She has received grants and scholarships from institutions including the Royal Swedish Academy of Music and the Internationales Musikinstitut Darmstadt.

She is honored to have been selected as a Density Fellow.