The Icelandic Singers

The Icelandic Singers, now known as the Reykjavik Male Choir, are a choral group founded in 1926 by conductor Sigurdur Thordarson (1895–1968). They first toured North America in 1936 and made subsequent appearances throughout Europe and North America. Their repertoire consists of works by Icelandic composers as well as songs familiar to European and American audiences. According to the liner notes, the choral style and arrangements “evoke the sights and sounds of … a land where the midnight sun illumines a rugged scenic grandeur, where the exploits of the Northmen are celebrated in song and story.” Song titles, composers, and translations are also included.

Track Listing

101	Icelandic Rhyme Songs The Icelandic Singers	01:46
102	Kyrie The Icelandic Singers	06:14
103	Tarantella The Icelandic Singers	02:09
104	Lullaby The Icelandic Singers	03:51
105	Carol of the Drum The Icelandic Singers	03:38
106	The Swan The Icelandic Singers	01:15
107	Olafr Trygvason (King of Norway) The Icelandic Singers	04:27
201	Stouthearted Men The Icelandic Singers	02:17
202	Holy Night The Icelandic Singers	04:16
203	Soldier's Chorus The Icelandic Singers	02:37
204	Beautiful Dreamer The Icelandic Singers	02:17
205	Hunting Song The Icelandic Singers	03:26
206	Land Sighting The Icelandic Singers	08:05