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Freysteinn Gislason
Member Since: 2022 | Location: Iceland | Page Views: 682 
About Me
Icelandic double bass player and composer from Iceland
Freysteinn is deeply drawn to the process of making music—the slow, evolving journey of practice, discovery, and expression. As a composer, he is constantly searching for new sounds, textures, and emotional landscapes, allowing each piece to emerge from a place of curiosity and honesty. A dedicated double bassist and composer, Freysteinn has shaped his voice through years of focused study and international experience. He began his musical education at Félag Íslenskra Tónlistarmanna (FÍH) in Reykjavík, graduating in 2012. He then moved to the Netherlands to study at the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague, where he completed his Bachelor’s degree in 2016. Continuing his artistic development, he pursued further studies at Escola Superior de Música de Lisboa (ESML) in Portugal. Freysteinn has performed extensively across Europe, appearing at festivals such as the Reykjavík Jazz Festival, Dola Jazz in Norway, and the Vilnius Jazz Festival in Lithuania. Whether as a bandleader or a sideman, he has brought his music to audiences in countries including the Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, Spain, and Iceland. His work is rooted in a strong sense of exploration and storytelling. On stage, he combines sensitivity, intensity, and a distinctive musical voice, always aiming to create meaningful connections with listeners. For Freysteinn, music is more than performance—it is a way of understanding and sharing the human experience. His ongoing pursuit of depth and authenticity continues to shape a body of work that is both personal and resonant.
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This page was last updated on 2026-06-06.
