about kimi

A ‘kimi’ in Icelandic is a ‘small and narrow corner’.  This reflects rather nicely with KIMI’s peculiar instrumentation and esoteric repertoire. Our ensemble invites artists to collaborate with, be it composers with whom we create new works of music, or other talented musicians who will explore the stage with us. Through this collaborative and open approach to music-making, we have become a kind of chameleon, adapting ourselves to each project, venue or work we perform.

We are currently working with the following composers on new works/projects for the ensemble; Ásbjörg Jónsdóttir, Udi Perlman, Tze Yeung Ho, Kolbeinn Bjarnason and Morten Jensen.

Katerina Anagnostidou is a Greek percussionist based in Copenhagen who specialises in contemporary and early music, which she performs both as a soloist and with various ensembles. She is an accomplished keyboard player, having performed some of the most challenging repertoire available for keys, as well as performing/premiering avant-garde music with experimental instrumentation. 

Jónas Ásgeirsson is an Icelandic classical accordionist. He has been instrumental in cultivating the classical accordion image and repertoire in his home country. He is currently recording a CD with Icelandic compositions for the classical accordion, including a new concerto by Finnur Karlsson.

Þórgunnur Anna Örnólfsdóttir is an Icelandic singer based in Copenhagen. She performs in a wide range from early to contemporary music but has been making a niche for herself in premiering new music.