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Biography
- Sibelius is considered a national hero in Finland, and his birthday (December 8) is celebrated as the “Day of Finnish Music”!
- At the time, Finland was part of the Russian Empire. Performances of Finlandia had to be performed under alternative names to avoid censorship.
- He loved nature so much that the Finnish landscape often served inspiration for his music.
Famous Works
Listen to Sibelius
These pieces made Jean Sibelius famous all around the world. Press a Listen button and hear the music for yourself!
Finlandia
Karelia Suite
Valse triste
Symphony Spotlight
Where can you hear Jean Sibelius's music?
The Columbus Symphony brings this music to life on stage. Check out these programs, and maybe you can hear it in person!
