Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland
Frá ómi til hljóms
Synopsis
Sveinn Þórarinsson (1821-68), kept a diary from his youth until death. His diary entries that concern music are the leitmotif in the documentary Of Strings and Song, which traces the transformation in musical life in 19th century Iceland when new instruments, scales and songs where brought in from the continent.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Skjaldborg
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ásdís Thoroddsen
- Original Score
- Hildigunnur Rúnarsdóttir
- Original Title
- Frá ómi til hljóms
- Country of Origin
- Iceland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Gjóla ehf.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ásdís Thoroddsen
Hildigunnur Rúnarsdóttir
Department Leadership Roster
Ásdís Thoroddsen
Director
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What is Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland about?
Sveinn Þórarinsson (1821-68), kept a diary from his youth until death. His diary entries that concern music are the leitmotif in the documentary Of Strings and Song, which traces the transformation in musical life in 19th century Iceland when new instruments, scales and songs where brought in from the continent.
Who directed Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland?
Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland was directed by Ásdís Thoroddsen.
Who stars in Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland?
The principal cast of Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland includes Not specified.
When was Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland released and how long is it?
Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Of Strings and Song — The Music in 19th Century Iceland was composed by Hildigunnur Rúnarsdóttir.