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Funk concert

Funk concert

Big Band Eyþórs presents a spectacular funk concert with an 11-piece band.

Big Band Eyþórs presents a spectacular funk concert with an 11-piece band.
The program will feature both original compositions and well-known classics—now performed in grander arrangements than ever before.

The band emerged from a shared passion for funk music and is made up of young and talented musicians. Big Band Eyþórs recently made a big splash at Músíktilraunir 2025, where they took third place.

Big Band Eyþórs includes:

  • Eyþór Alexander Hallsson – Keyboard

  • Heimir Steinn Vigfússon – Vocals

  • Gunnar Hrafn Kristjánsson – Vocals

  • Þorsteinn Jónsson – Drums

  • Jóhann Þór Bergþórsson – Bass

  • Guðmundur Þórarinsson – Trumpet

  • Eberg Óttarr Elefsen – Trumpet

  • Kjartan Hugi Rúnarsson – Alto Saxophone

  • Ýmir Haukur Guðjónsson – Tenor Saxophone

  • Þórhallur Forni Halldórsson – Baritone Saxophone

  • Hildur Arna Hrafnsdóttir – Flute

This event is supported by the VERÐANDI Art Fund, a collaborative initiative of the Town of Akureyri, Hof Cultural and Conference Center, and the Akureyri Cultural Society.

When
Friday, September 5
Time
20:00-22:00
Where
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri