Carl Nielsen

Carl August Nielsen (Danish pronunciation: [kʰɑːl ˈnelsn̩]), (9 June 1865 – 3 October 1931), widely recognised as Denmark's greatest composer, was also a conductor and a violinist. Brought up by poor but musically talented parents on the island of Funen, he demonstrated his musical abilities at an early age. While it was some time before his works were fully appreciated, even in his home country, Nielsen has now firmly entered the international r... More

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  • Jun 9, 1865

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  • Oct 3, 1931 (age 66 years)

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  • Nielsen, Carl (1865 - 1931),
  • Nielsen,
  • Nielsen, Carl

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