Edvard Grieg
Edvard Grieg
Born 15 June 1843, Bergen, Sweden-Norway
Died 4 September 1907, Bergen, Norway
Born 15 June 1843, Bergen, Sweden-Norway
Died 4 September 1907, Bergen, Norway
Bio
Edvard Grieg was a Norwegian composer celebrated for his evocative orchestral and piano works. A leading figure of Romantic nationalism, his music often drew inspiration from Norwegian folk traditions and landscapes. Grieg's enduring masterpiece, "Peer Gynt Suite," and his lyric piano pieces like the "Lyric Pieces" collection showcase his captivating melodies and rich harmonies. Through his compositions, he played a pivotal role in establishing Norwegian classical music on the international stage, leaving an indelible mark on the Romantic era and beyond.
Famous Works
Peer Gynt, Lyric Pieces, Morning Mood
Edvard Grieg was a Norwegian composer celebrated for his evocative orchestral and piano works. A leading figure of Romantic nationalism, his music often drew inspiration from Norwegian folk traditions and landscapes. Grieg's enduring masterpiece, "Peer Gynt Suite," and his lyric piano pieces like the "Lyric Pieces" collection showcase his captivating melodies and rich harmonies. Through his compositions, he played a pivotal role in establishing Norwegian classical music on the international stage, leaving an indelible mark on the Romantic era and beyond.
Famous Works
Peer Gynt, Lyric Pieces, Morning Mood
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