Ólafur Arnalds: The Icelandic Composer Blending Classical and Electronic Soundscapes
Icelandic multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer renowned for fusing minimalist classical piano with ambient electronic textures.Born in Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Arnalds began as a drummer in hardcore/metal bands before transitioning to solo composition. He gained international acclaim with albums like 'Eulogy for Evolution' (2007) and 'For Now I Am Winter' (2013), and won a BAFTA for his score to the TV series 'Broadchurch'. His innovative 'Island Songs' project involved creating music a...