About Anton Hegner
Lived 1861 – 1915 (aged 54). Anton Hegner was a Danish composer and cellist.
Anton Hegner (2 March 1861 – 4 December 1915) was a Danish cellist and composer.
Life Hegner was born in Denmark and started his musical career as a violinist, but changed to the cello as he was educated at the Royal Danish Academy of Music, from where he graduated in 1879.
He moved to New york in 1893. He was often back in Europe, however, often playing at the various courts and concert halls around the continent. During visits to the Danish court he sometimes played together with members of the Danish, Russian and British royal families.
He was appointed a Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog in 1902.
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Who was Anton Hegner?
Danish cellist and composer
When was Anton Hegner born?
Anton Hegner was born on 2 March 1861 in Copenhagen.
When did Anton Hegner die?
Anton Hegner died on 4 December 1915 in New York City.
What was Anton Hegner's occupation?
Anton Hegner was a composer and cellist.
What nationality was Anton Hegner?
Anton Hegner was Danish.
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