About Eino Kettunen
Lived 1894 – 1964 (aged 70). Eino Kettunen was a Finnish composer.
Eino Kettunen (May 13, 1894 – August 15, 1964) was a Finnish composer and lyricist. He is the author of the well-known polka song Ievan polkka.
Selected works Ilta Viipurissa (Sellanen on Viipuri), 1929 (Saukin uudistama nimellä Sellanen ol´ Viipuri) Villiruusu, 1929 Ievan polkka, 1937 Joensuun Elli, 1953
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Who was Eino Kettunen?
Finnish composer
When was Eino Kettunen born?
Eino Kettunen was born on 13 May 1894 in Juuka.
When did Eino Kettunen die?
Eino Kettunen died on 15 August 1964.
What was Eino Kettunen's occupation?
Eino Kettunen was a composer.
What nationality was Eino Kettunen?
Eino Kettunen was Finnish.
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