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Edvard Grieg

1843

–

1907

Biography

  • Grieg often composed music featuring folk songs from his homeland of Norway.
  • He received two honorary doctorates from the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge!
  • Grieg married his first cousin and had one daughter, who died as an infant.

Famous Works

Listen to Grieg

These pieces made Edvard Grieg famous all around the world. Press a Listen button and hear the music for yourself!

  • Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 and 2

  • Holberg Suite

  • Lyric Suite

  • Piano Concerto

  • Symphonic Dances

Symphony Spotlight

Where can you hear Edvard Grieg's music?

The Columbus Symphony brings this music to life on stage. Check out these programs, and maybe you can hear it in person!

26-27 YPC 1: In the Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt

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