Jón Leifs - Composer of the Month
Jón Leifs (1899–1968) is one of Iceland's most influential composers and a pioneer in Icelandic musical life. His works draw inspiration from Icelandic nature, folk traditions, and ancient literature, carrying with them a powerful and personal sound world that has gained increasing international attention in recent years.
Leifs is probably best known for his large scale works, but here we focus on his choral and piano music. Browse a selection of scores by Jón Leifs and learn about the music of one of Iceland's most remarkable composers. Listen to selected works from the collection and discover the unique sound world that has made Jón Leifs one of the most important representatives of Icelandic music on the international stage.