Northern Voices: Songs from and Inspired by Iceland

Whether because of a subway advertising campaign, an infamous volcanic eruption, or the underdog soccer success story of the decade, the last several years have seen a surge of interest in all things Icelandic. Similarly, it has always been in the nature of Icelanders to look beyond the horizon in search of new possibilities.

One of the results of this confluence is that artists in America and Iceland suddenly found a wealth of opportunities to collaborate and share ideas. Northern Voices explores the relationship between such artists, and the dialogue between popular and classical idioms which often form the center of such encounters.

This concert, performed by American pianist Evan Fein and Icelandic tenor Bragi Bergþórsson, celebrates the effect of seeing oneself through another’s eyes.

Selections for the evening include excerpts from Fein’s New Icelandic Folksongs with lyrics by Thorvaldur Kristjánsson as well as the premiere of a new trio of songs by Fein with lyrics by mystery novelist Ragnar Jónasson. Also included are works by composers Halldór Smárason, Jón Leifs, Jón Þórarinsson, and Joseph Hallman.

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From Scandinavia House.