Martin Östman

Musician, Creator & Performing Artist

With over two decades of experience on global stages, Martin Östman is a versatile musician and creator who moves seamlessly between jazz double bass, digital production, and physical performing arts. As a co-founder of the acclaimed group Sirqus Alfon, he has toured the world—from the streets of Berlin to major stages in China and the USA—with performances that blend technology, interaction, and "unbridled insanity."

Over the years, Martin has established himself as a prominent figure in the Swedish performing arts scene through collaborations with Riksteatern, Kulturhuset Stadsteatern, and the children’s dance institution Zebradans. With a background as a composer and producer at his own Studion Schmudion, his work is defined by a drive to explore the intersection of music, magic, and playful storytelling.

Current Projects: "Jazz på föris" & SVT

February 20, 2026, marks an exciting milestone with two simultaneous releases:

• "Jazz på föris" (Jazz for Preschool): A new musical project where jazz meets the youngest listeners in a playful and inspiring environment. This release is an extension of Martin’s passion for making high-quality music accessible to children.

• "Sånger med TAKK" (UR/SVT Barn): At the same time, this series premieres on Sweden's national broadcaster (SVT/Barnkanalen). The program focuses on TAKK (Signs as Alternative and Augmentative Communication), merging the joy of music with inclusivity and pedagogy.

Whether it is solo projects like the acclaimed performance Svävaren, studio sessions, or international tours, Martin Östman is driven by a lifelong love for the power of music to surprise and unite.

2026

Svävaren Trailer ZebraDans
ZebraDans

2024

Svävaren, by Martin Östman

On stage: Martin Östman & Savanna Hanneryd

Choreography : Lisa Spets

Music: Martin Östman

Set design & costume: Fanny Senocq

Production: ZebraDans

Photo: Klara G

2023

Musician/artist in

En Röst i Natten by Mira Eklund,

Fri Scen Kulturhuset Stadsteatern

Artist and composer/musical director in Rebel Royale

Original production by Sirqus Alfon , STHLM Stadsteater

rebel royale - screenshot

Musician/artist in Häpp! Original production by Zebradans

Häpp! Trailer
ZebraDans

2022

Composer/producer of Sirqus Alfon EP released on Pizzaslize records

Artist/creator of solo performance ANTIKLIMAX on STHLM Fringe Festival

Arbetsprov "Antiklimax"
Martin Östman

2021

Artist/co-creator of PLAY 3.0

by Sirqus Alfon

PLAY 3.0 Trailer
Sirqus Alfon

2020

Winner of Best Circus at Perth World Fringe Festival with “I Am Somebody” by Sirqus Alfon

a woman in pink shorts is dancing on a pink background