The Siggi String Quartet, founded in 2012, has collaborated with artists like Björk and Jóhann Jóhannsson, and received 'Performer of the Year' at the Icelandic Music Awards in 2018.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Halldór Smárason's music is described as atmospheric yet aggressive, with a simmering energy that occasionally erupts, and often includes extra-musical and music-theatrical aspects.
Composer Biography
Halldór Smárason, born in Ísafjörður in 1989, holds degrees in composition from the Iceland University of the Arts and Manhattan School of Music.
Album & Artwork
STARA is the debut album of composer Halldór Smárason and features works from different stages of his life.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded in Halldór Smárason's hometown of Ísafjörður, located in the Westfjords region of northwestern Iceland.
Recording & Production
This album package includes a Pure Audio Blu-ray with high-resolution Surround Sound and Stereo versions, and an mShuttle application to transfer portable audio files.
