* HILDUR GUDNADÓTTIR

If you happen to come across a cello with a whole array of pedals and other electronic gadgets, chances are the owner is Hildur Guðnadóttir, an Icelandic cello player and singer who has been manifesting herself at the forefront of experimental pop and contemporary music (e.g with the band múm). In her solo work she draws out a broad spectrum of sounds from her instrument, ranging from intimate simplicity to huge soundscapes. At the Bimhuis, Guðnadóttir will play two works on newly developed electric cellos: one utilising feedback and one which is connected to wooden sculptures causing them to vibrate along with the music. The main piece she will be playing is the title work of her latest album Leyfðu ljosinu; a multi-layered, hypnotic sound construction consisting of vocals and cello, which gradually swells to massive proportions.

“Gudnadottir takes a cello and a gentle voice and, through software
manipulation, scales simple phrases up to celestial heights.” (The Wire)

You can enjoy this concert also online via a live stream with nine cameras by Disquiet TV. Click here for more information.

This programme is part of the Holland Festival. For more information and online tickets, click here. The Bimcard is not valid for this concert.

The Bimhuis restaurant is open prior to the concert from 6.30 til 8.30PM (reservations via 020-7882158). After the concert, the Bimhuis Café is open (free entrance).