About Emil Sjögren
Lived 1853 – 1918 (aged 64). Emil Sjögren was a Swedish composer, pianist and organist.
Johan Gustav Emil Sjögren (16 June 1853 – 1 March 1918) was a Swedish composer.
Born in Stockholm, Sjögren entered the Stockholm Conservatory at the age of seventeen and later continued his studies at the Berlin Conservatory.
From 1890, he served as the organist at the Saint John's Church in Stockholm until shortly before his death at Knivsta on 1 March 1918.
Sjögren is remembered best for his lieder and piano music. Other noteworthy works include three preludes and fugues for organ, five violin sonatas, as well as pieces for choir.
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Who was Emil Sjögren?
Swedish composer (1853–1918)
When was Emil Sjögren born?
Emil Sjögren was born on 16 June 1853 in Stockholm, Klara Church Parish.
When did Emil Sjögren die?
Emil Sjögren died on 1 March 1918.
What was Emil Sjögren's occupation?
Emil Sjögren was a composer, pianist and organist.
What nationality was Emil Sjögren?
Emil Sjögren was Swedish.
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