When Icelandic multi-instrumentalist Laufey performed with the Iceland Symphony Orchestra in 2022, the resulting performance was like nothing you’ve ever heard before in your life. The singer’s rich, spine-tingling vocals and jazz-infused cello playing sound truly mesmerizing alongside the orchestra’s lush accompaniment, and as such it’s little wonder that the performance has already been watched by almost three million people online.
Dressed in an elegant light blue gown, Laufey looks a picture of grace and beauty as she sits behind her cello preparing to give her performance – an effortless rendition of the iconic jazz standard, ‘I Wish You Love’. She begins on her own, her silky smooth voice and resonant cello playing capturing your attention immediately, before the orchestra joins in and lends its own elegant style to the rendition.
We know that Music Man readers love a good live performance, and consequently we’re sure that many of you will agree with the admiring remarks left in the video’s comments. One of the top comments saw a viewer complimenting the orchestra for how they adapted their style to Laufey’s, while another was so impressed with Laufey’s playing that they felt inclined to make this bold claim: “she’s embarrassing the entire music with how talented she is. She’s on another level of musicianship”.
If you’re after further proof of Laufey’s musical talents, meanwhile, we highly recommend you check out this video, which shows her performing another jazz standard (‘It Could Happen To You’) live from home with her trusty cello in tow. Even without the backing of the orchestra, Laufey still gives us a jaw-dropping performance; as you’re watching, you begin to wonder how on earth she delivers such smooth cello playing and stunningly beautiful vocals at the same time.
If you’re not convinced by the talents of Icelandic singer Laufey by now, perhaps you should go back and watch the two videos we’ve shown you again! Whether you’re a fan of jazz or not, watching and listening to her perform makes it virtually impossible to deny her incredible levels of talent, both as a highly accomplished jazz singer and a masterful cellist.
If you would like to hear more from this talented artist, Laufey, you can follow her on Facebook or visit her Website for more incredible music.