Friedrich Hollaender

Frederick Hollᅢᄂnder (October 18, 1896 - January 18, 1976) was an English-born composer of German descent. Hollander was born in London while his father Viktor Hollᅢᄂnder was employed there. The family returned to Germany and Frederick was educated at the Berlin Conservatory. By the age of 18 he had become an associate conductor at the Prague Opera House. He became interested in composing for film. After a series of films in Germany, notably ... more

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  • Oct 18, 1896

Date of death:

  • Jan 18, 1976 (age 79 years)

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  • Frederick Hollander
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