Nashville recording
The album Bjössi was recorded in Nashville with Robben Ford producing and international guest musicians.
Björn Thoroddsen · Studio and live session guitar
Session guitarist in Iceland
Björn Thoroddsen is available as a studio and live session guitarist for artists, producers, broadcasters, theatre, and cross-genre projects that need an experienced musical collaborator in Iceland or internationally.
Best suited to: Artists, producers, composers, broadcasters, theatre companies, and musical directors
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Available formats
- Studio recording
- Live session and guest appearance
- Arrangement and musical development
- Remote preparation with travel by agreement
Relevant experience
Broad professional range
Work since 1982 has included theatre, television, radio, big band, chamber orchestra, jazz, rock, and Icelandic music.
Responsive collaborator
A catalogue spanning solo recordings, bands, trios, guest appearances, and arrangements across styles.
Planning the engagement
- Share demos, charts, references, dates, location, and the intended guitar role.
- Instrument, tone, preparation, file delivery, travel, and usage are agreed per production.
- Credits and recording permissions are confirmed before release.
Frequently asked questions
Which styles does Björn play?
His professional work spans jazz, rock, blues, pop, country, swing, fusion, and arrangements of Icelandic traditional music.
Is Björn available for studio sessions?
Yes. Send the material, dates, location, expected preparation, and the musical role required.
Can he join a live production as a guest?
Yes. Concert, broadcast, theatre, and one-off guest work can be discussed around schedule and production needs.
Can Björn help shape an arrangement?
Yes. Arrangement and musical-development work can be included when the brief, authorship, and deliverables are agreed.
What should a session enquiry include?
Include audio or charts, references, recording date, studio or venue, instrumentation, deliverables, budget framework, and release plans.