Bjarke Mogensen

Born and raised on the Danish island of Bornholm, Bjarke Mogensen emerged as an internationally acclaimed accordion virtuoso and versatile musician known for his mastery of diverse styles. At 13, he debuted with the Munich Symphony Orchestra on German TV, captivating millions. His curiosity for new sounds has led him to uncharted musical territories as a sought-after soloist in classical music.

Mogensen has earned numerous accolades, including the Danish P2 Radio Chamber Music Competition, Almere International Chamber Music Competition, and The Arts Desk’s ‘Album of the Year’ (2013). He won first prize at the European Broadcasting Union’s ‘New Talent’ competition in Bratislava and later received the Danish Music Critics Artist Prize – both firsts for an accordionist. During his student years, he performed a solo recital at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall and at venues like Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw and London’s Barbican. He has played chamber music with artists such as violinist Gidon Kremer, violist Tatjana Masurenko, and cellist Andreas Brantelid, and performed with orchestras including Moscow Virtuosi, Kremerata Baltica, and the Danish National Symphony Orchestra.

Mogensen’s repertoire spans folk music, accordion classics, his own arrangements, new works, and improvisation. Collaborations with leading composers have yielded over 60 dedicated pieces, including concertos and solo works. His award-winning recordings appear on Orchid Classics and Dacapo Records.