“Bjarni Kristinsson as Daland is every bit the Viking seafarer. With a sonorous bass voice, his supple tone ranges from sweet to severe in accordance with the drama.”

“With wonderful support from the other principals, particularly from the charismatic Icelandic bass Bjarni Thor Kristinsson as Senta's father, this Dutchman flew.”

“Her father, Daland (the dark basso Bjarni Thor Kristinsson) sells his daughter for the Dutchman's treasure trove.”