March 26, 2026 · On Tour · Sweden’s Queen of Swing, Jazz & Vaudeville
March 26, 2026
GUNHILD CARLING WEEKEND NEWS — MARCH 26, 2026
Hello dear friends! 🎺 Here is your Weekend News from Gunhild Carling — so many exciting things happening! 🎺 Headlining big festivals this summer! Syracuse Jazz Fest, Oshkosh Jazz Festival,…
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The Story
Gunhild Carling is Sweden’s Queen of Swing, Jazz, and Vaudeville — a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and entertainer who has captivated audiences on every continent. Born into the legendary Carling musical dynasty, she picked up her first instrument before she could walk and has never stopped playing since. Today she commands the trombone, trumpet, banjo, piano, accordion, harmonica, bagpipes, and more — sometimes several in a single performance.
With over 70 million views on YouTube and a global following that spans from jazz purists to curious newcomers, Gunhild has become one of the most recognized jazz artists of her generation. Her electrifying performances with Postmodern Jukebox introduced her to millions, while her residencies at Birdland in New York City cemented her reputation among the jazz elite.
She has toured with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Scotty Barnhart, performed at the world’s most prestigious jazz festivals, and brought her unique brand of swing and vaudeville to stages from Carnegie Hall to the streets of New Orleans. Whether she’s leading her own big band, performing an intimate club set, or dazzling a festival crowd of thousands, Gunhild Carling delivers an experience that is utterly unforgettable.
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Postmodern Jukebox — Featured soloist on world tours, 2016–2026. Over 115 million views annually across YouTube and Facebook. -
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Count Basie Orchestra — Touring soloist under the direction of Scotty Barnhart, 2024–2025. San Francisco, London, Milano, Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, and beyond. -
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Let’s Dance — Television appearances on Sweden’s premier dance competition, SVT, 2014–2015. A household name across Scandinavia. -
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Global Social Reach — Millions of monthly viewers across Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook. One of the most-followed jazz artists in the world.
They Say
“Gunhild Carling is one of the most important musicians and ambassadors for the arts in the world today. She is recognized globally for her outstanding musicianship as a multi-instrumentalist, singer, entertainer, and would be a great asset to any country that is fortunate enough to have her as one of its best citizens.”
Scotty Barnhart
Director, Count Basie Orchestra
“Without fear of exaggeration, I can honestly say that Gunhild Carling is an exceptional musician and entertainer with a truly unique talent. I have worked all over the world with stars like Liza Minnelli and Tony Bennett and can honestly say that Gunhild is unlike anyone I’ve seen in my over forty years in show business.”
Billy Stritch
Pianist/Singer, New York
In the Press
Syncopated Times
“As close to contemporary swing royalties as it gets”
Digital BEAT Magazine
“A one-woman orchestra with the energy of an entire big band”
Syracuse Jazz Festival
“Gunhild Carling stole the show with her extraordinary multi-instrument performance”
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Photography: Travis Hatem
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