Icelandic singer-songwriter known for her eclectic and emotive music, often incorporating elements of electronic and folk genres. She's a critically acclaimed artist with a devoted fan base.
Didd, pronounced "ttu", is a renowned Icelandic soprano and songwriter, best known for her powerful vocals and versatility in crossing genres from folk and pop to classical music, particularly Lieder and operas.
Didd was born Sigrn Hjlmtsdttir on August 8, 1955, in Reykjavk, Iceland, to a bank clerk father, Hjlmtr E. Hjlmtsson, and a writer mother, Margrt Matthasdttir. She was the second of seven children and grew up in a culturally rich environment that nurtured her passion for music.
She pursued her musical education at the Reykjavk College of Music and later at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where she earned a degree in 1979-1984 and a postgraduate diploma in 1985. Additionally, she received private singing lessons in Italy between 1987 and 1988.
Didd launched her singing career as a vocalist with the popular folk and pop group Spilverk janna between 1975 and 1978, recording numerous folk and popular music albums. She then transitioned to classical music, focusing on Lieder and operas.
Her extensive opera repertoire includes performances as Susanna in The Marriage of Figaro, Gilda in Rigoletto, Papagena and the Queen of the Night in The Magic Flute, Lucia in Lucia di Lammermoor, Violetta in La traviata, Adina in Lelisir damore, and Rosalinda in Die Fledermaus.
She has also been a guest singer in notable productions, such as Susanna in The Marriage of Figaro in Trondheim, Norway, and Gilda in Rigoletto in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1992. Furthermore, she played the role of Olympia in Les contes dHoffmann at the National Theatre of Iceland in Reykjavk.
In 1994, Didd made her screen debut in Bdagar (Movie Days), a film directed by Fririk r Fririksson, playing the role of a mother living in the 1950s.
Didd's most recent album, Hvert rstutt Spor (Each Tiny Step), was released in 2005.
Through her remarkable career, Didd has left an indelible mark on the world of music, showcasing her remarkable vocal range and adaptability. Her contributions to Icelandic music and her international performances have cemented her position as a revered soprano and songwriter.
With a career spanning over four decades, Didd continues to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers alike, solidifying her place as one of the most iconic Icelandic sopranos of our time.
60 Years Old
A highly acclaimed and innovative musician known for blending eclectic styles and pushing boundaries in electronic and alternative music, creating a unique sound that inspires and intrigues audiences worldwide.
