Hildur Guðnadóttir is an acclaimed Icelandic composer and cellist whose evocative and haunting soundscapes have graced both cinema and television with a profound sense of narrative depth. Born in Reykjavík, Iceland, on September 4, 1982, Hildur has risen to international prominence for her innovative contributions to score composition, deeply rooted in her classical training and explorative approach to sound. She made an undeniable mark in the industry with her Emmy-winning score for the HBO miniseries "Chernobyl," which captured the eerie desolation and human tragedy of the nuclear disaster. This was followed by her critically lauded and Oscar-winning score for "Joker" in 2019, where she adeptly created an atmospheric and psychologically intense backdrop for the film's descent into madness.

Hildur's work is characterized by her ability to blend traditional instrumentation with electronic elements, creating soundscapes that are at once ethereal and deeply grounded. Her discography extends to numerous collaborations and solo projects that display her versatility and willingness to push musical boundaries. With a career that includes scores for "Mary Magdalene" and the tension-filled "Sicario: Day of the Soldado," to her most recent projects like the soundtracks for "Women Talking" and "TÁR," Hildur has become one of the most sought-after composers in the film industry, renowned for her ability to transform visual narratives into compelling auditory experiences. She has, without doubt, cemented herself as a powerful voice in contemporary music composition, continuing to innovate and inspire with each new project.

Genres

Cello

Compositional Ambient

Drone

Icelandic Classical

Icelandic Experimental

Modern Cello

Orchestral Soundtrack

Soundtrack

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Latest Release

There Is No Joker - from "Joker: Folie à Deux"

Hildur Guðnadóttir

Single - Released September 9, 2024