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Learn about the history and genres of Danish music, from Bronze-Age horns to classical composers to jazz and pop stars. Explore the influences of the monarchy, the church, and the culture on Danish music.
- Bronze Horns and The Golden Age
- Other Notable Danish Musicians
- Other Notable Danish Classical Composers
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The earliest traces of Danish music go back to twisting horns, or "lurs,” used in the Bronze Age about 500 B.C. What is often called Denmark’s Golden Age of music took place in the 1800s, when a group of classical composers inspired by Romantic nationalism emerged. Niels W. Gade (1817-1890) was the best-known among them. His ballad Elverskud (The E...
Svend Asmussen (1916-2017) was of the preeminent performers of the swing jazz era. He made records with many fellow prominent jazz artists. Alex Riel (1940-) is a jazz musician and drummer who has played with a number of international jazz musicians. He was also a co-founder of the Danish rock band Savage Rose, formed in 1968, with an original soun...
Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832) was a German-born composer and a central figure of the Golden Age. He crafted the music for Elverhøj (Elves' Hill) which is considered the first Danish national play. Hans Christian Lumbye (1810-1874) was a composer of waltzes and related music that earned him the nickname The Strauss of the North. His innovative Champa...
Learn about the history and diversity of Danish music, from Carl Nielsen and Lars Ulrich to Aqua and Volbeat. Discover the festivals, genres, and traditions that make Denmark a music lover's paradise.
Sep 20, 2019 · Learn about the diverse and rich musical heritage of Denmark, from classical and jazz to folk and rock. Discover how Danish music reflects the culture, history, and monarchy of the country.
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Nov 15, 2019 · Learn about the Danish pop music history and culture with this list of iconic songs from legendary artists. From Otto Brandenburg to MØ, discover the tunes that (almost) everyone at the party will know.
Enjoy this finely curated mix of danish folk tunes by the amazing Jensen & Bugge! The first tune is "Jydsk på Næsen efter Viggo Post i Thy", (på næsen is a p...
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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - The Danish National Symphony Orchestra (Live) Welcome to DR Koncerhuset - the provider of the greatest live music experiences on this channel as well as live on...
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Enjoy listening to and watching the best pop hits from the Danish pop bands and music artists curated in this playlist. Check out other Warner Music Denmark ...
