Spring Ting with the American Swedish Historical Museum
Join us for this fundraising dinner to celebrate our 2025 Outstanding Achievement Award Honoree, jazz musician Oskar Stenmark, plus—new for 2025—a live auction!
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music from acoustic duo "Take Two," and a fabulous silent auction followed by a delicious buffet dinner by Jeffrey A. Miller Catering, Oskar will also give a short jazz performance during his honoree remarks.
The silent and live auctions feature experiences in Philadelphia and beyond (including Scandinavian stays!), Swedish glass and antiques, artwork, basket bundles, and even a working sauna! The Spring Ting Dinner and Auction raises critical funding for exhibitions and educational programs at ASHM.
Seating is limited; RSVP by April 25, 2025. The event is cocktail attire. Tickets begin at $125 for members and $150 for non-members.
About Oskar Stenmark:
Oskar Stenmark was born and raised in Gothenburg, Sweden. His family has a long legacy in music that has been traced back to 1762. Oskar developed a musical interest at an early age and eventually picked up the trumpet. After a Bachelor’s degree in improvisation at the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg, Oskar moved to New York City to pursue his musical dreams. He has performed with stars such as David Byrne, Living Colour, and the multiple GRAMMY award winning Maria Schneider Orchestra. Oskar is a Yamaha artist, and his playing has been heard at the Super Bowl, in The Matrix Resurrections, and at New York Fashion Week. Oskar, a tenth generation musician, has a Master’s degree in Jazz Arts from the Manhattan School of Music and continues to develop his playing and artistic vision while living in New York.
Leading his trio, quartet, and sextet, Oskar explores the traditional melodies he inherited from his ancestors in Sweden by fusing them together with the sounds of New York City, resulting in two albums; Piatruba and In front of us. ASHM is thrilled to honor Oskar with our Outstanding Achievement Award, and we look forward to many more of his musical endeavors.
About Take Two:
"Take Two" is an acoustic duo performing in the Bucks County area, offering a diverse collection of songs spanning from the 1960s to the present day. Having performed in several different bands in the local area, John Coombs and Paul Prizer have taken their love of music and distilled it down to a performance that can be enjoyed by everyone! Their setlist includes timeless classics and contemporary hits, ensuring a memorable musical experience. Known for their harmonious blend and engaging stage presence, "Take Two" has become a sought-after act for local events and venues. Their passion for music and dedication to their craft make them a standout duo in the local music scene.
