Gyda Valtysdottir has been active as a musician since her early teens as a founding member of the experimental pop-group múm. Classically trained, Gyda has made music for films, theater & dance, among many other creative ventures, possessing a rare range of musical experiences which creates a unique alchemical compound.
Her music emerges from the fluidity of time & genres, dissolving any boundaries by simply not sensing their existence. Her cello playing is always inventive and highly personal, underlining a dignified craftsmanship while flirting with sensitivity & strength.
Her list of collaborators is extensive & includes a wide palette of musicians & other artists, including Kronos Quartet, Aaron & Bryce Dessner, Josephine Foster, Damien Rice, Dustin O'Halloran, Colin Stetson, Kjartan Sveinsson & visual artist Ragnar Kjartansson, just to name a few.
