22-11-96 - Bj÷rk to receive Nordic Council Music Award
Internationally acclaimed Icelandic pop singer Bj÷rk Gudmundsd≤ttir is to
receive the 1997 Nordic Council's Music Award.
According to a statement issued late last night by the awards committee the
accolade acknowledges Bj÷rk's development of her own style while staying
true to her ideals. The judge's statement also says that she has developed her
art over many years to maximum success while her popularity throughout the
world is due to her huge musical talent. The award is worth DKR350,000 and
will be presented to the singer on March 3 next year in Oslo, Norway.
