The jury highlights "a groundbreaking and courageous international artistry that has created new expressions within classical music."
"It is an honor to receive the Natur & Kultur cultural prize. My artistry is about opening new doors to the future! To be recognized for that is very honorable," says Martin Fröst in a press release.
Fröst is considered one of the world's foremost clarinetists and is also chief conductor of the Swedish Chamber Orchestra.
The Natur & Kultur cultural prize has been awarded since 1974 and is one of Sweden's largest cultural prizes. Past recipients include Henrik Dorsin, Kerstin Ekman, Laleh, Marie-Louise Ekman, Kristina Lugn and Hans Alfredson.
