About Jan Wølner
Lived 1909 – 1991 (aged 81). Jan Wølner was a Norwegian musician and pianist.
Jan Wølner (18 October 1909 – 7 July 1991) was a Norwegian classical pianist.
He was born in Kristiania. He made his concert debut in 1930, and became known as a performing pianist and composer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jan Wølner?
Norwegian pianist
When was Jan Wølner born?
Jan Wølner was born on 18 October 1909 in Christiania.
When did Jan Wølner die?
Jan Wølner died on 7 July 1991 in Oslo.
What was Jan Wølner's occupation?
Jan Wølner was a musician and pianist.
What nationality was Jan Wølner?
Jan Wølner was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan Wølner. https://biography.guide/jan-wolner/
MLA: "Jan Wølner." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jan-wolner/.
Chicago: "Jan Wølner." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jan-wolner/.
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