Extra events during Iceland Airwaves
In a collaboration for the ages, the Iceland Symphony Orchestra will perform symphonic arrangements of the exceptional works of Ásgeir.
Ásgeir is one of Iceland’s most successful artists whose distinct Icelandic sound blends acoustic and electronic music with his trademark lilting vocals. The Iceland Symphony Orchestra is one of the leading institutions on the country’s cultural scene who have performed to great acclaim at international festivals and in concert halls.
The Iceland Symphony Orchestra will beautifully reimagine Ásgeir’s signature songs in symphonic arrangements. With this unique collaboration, fans of both symphonic music and Ásgeir’s enchanting melodies will have the opportunity to experience an extraordinary fusion of genres.
This concert reignites the ISO’s collaboration with the Iceland Airwaves festival, which will in the future be an annual event. In previous Airwaves concerts, the ISO has performed with artists such as John Grant, Jóhann Jóhannsson, Emilíana Torrini, and Ólafur Arnalds.
OF MONSTERS AND MEN – TÍU
Iceland’s favorite indie rock band Of Monsters and Men is hosting a screening of their documentary ‘TÍU’, which made the official selection at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival and at RIFF. But the screening is just the beginning – brace yourself for an intimate performance that will captivate your soul, followed by an engaging Q&A session where you can ask them anything your heart desires. How’s that for a cinema experience?
Their documentary commemorates the band’s 10th anniversary and the release of their very first album “My Head Is An Animal”. Helming this artistic endeavor is none other than the visionary director Dean DeBlois, renowned for his work on iconic films such as the “How To Train Your Dragon” trilogy, “Mulan,” and Sigur Rós’ awe-inspiring documentary “Heima.” As DeBlois shadows the band across the enchanting landscapes of Iceland, he captures their most intimate and raw performances while unraveling stories untold.
The event will take place on November 2nd, 17:00 at Bío Paradís and is for wristband holders only (more information on how to attend will follow soon). And with ‘event’ we mean a journey that will resonate with you long after the curtains close, so get your wristband now.
GABRÍEL ÓLAFS x REYKJAVÍK ORKESTRA
Iceland Airwaves presents the captivating works of composer Gabríel Ólafs performed at Harpa Concert Hall as a partner event.
Gabríel will be joined on stage by the avantgarde Reykjavík Orkestra, conductor Viktor Orri Árnason (known for his collaborations with composers Jóhann Jóhannsson and Hildur Guðnadóttir) and Bergur Þórisson (Björk’s musical director). Experience the especially arranged music of Iceland’s most promising classical rising star in the award-winning acoustics of Harpa Concert Hall by the sea.
For fans of: film music, classical music, piano music, poetry and the cultural heritage of Iceland.
To claim Iceland Airwaves ticket holder discount please see your ticket confirmation for details.
Daniel Verstappen
Immerse Yourself in an Immersive live Experience
Experience the captivating world of music with Daniel Verstappen, an awarded Belgian-International pianist and composer, as he takes center stage at Harpa during his Reconnection World Tour 2023-2024. This extraordinary tour spans across continents, including Europe, the UK, Australia, and the US, featuring iconic venues like Carnegie Hall in New York and the Sydney Opera House.
To claim Iceland Airwaves ticket holder discount please see your ticket confirmation for details.
