Why Janne Schaffer's Ted Gärdestad Tribute Will Be a Special Concert

When Janne Schaffer steps onto the Cirkus stage on 15 October 2026, it's not just another concert. It's a meeting between one of Sweden's most influential musicians and the timeless catalogue of Ted Gärdestad's songs. An evening where memories, musicality and history converge.

Janne Schaffer has, during his more than five decades as a professional guitarist, played with virtually all of Sweden's major artists. His distinctive sound can be heard on hundreds of recordings and he has shaped the sound of Swedish pop music in a way few others have. But it was during the 1970s, in collaboration with Ted Gärdestad, that something truly special was created.

Ted Gärdestad's music is both personal and universal. The songs still resonate and feel as relevant today as when they were written. When Schaffer now chooses to focus on this particular material, it's not simply a nostalgic look back. It's an artistic return to something that still lives and breathes.

My Music Story Band is known for conveying both authenticity and musical precision. Together with Schaffer, they create a soundscape that is faithful to the original yet alive and spontaneous. The audience can expect recognised favourites performed with the feel and sound that only musicians with this history can deliver.

Cirkus in Stockholm is a venue with its own history and strong acoustics. The venue is perfectly suited to concerts where every note and every arrangement is given space to unfold. Experiencing Swedish music history in this setting adds an extra dimension to the evening.

For those wishing to prepare for their visit, it's useful to know that Cirkus is centrally located on Djurgården, easily accessible by both public transport and on foot. It may be worth arriving in good time, both to find your seat and to let the atmosphere settle in before the first notes sound.

Tickets for the evening are available from 1 495 SEK. It's an investment in a concert experience that combines musical excellence with personal storytelling. For those who remember 1970s Swedish pop or for those who want to discover it anew, this is an opportunity to experience something that goes beyond the ordinary concert format.

At a time when live music has once again claimed its natural place in cultural life, evenings like this stand out. It's about more than entertainment. It's about sharing a cultural heritage, experiencing something that has shaped Swedish musical life and being present when history meets the present on stage.