About Jonas Švedas
Lived 1908 – 1971 (aged 63). Jonas Švedas was a Russian and Lithuanian conductor, ethnologist, composer, music educator, choir director and trombonist.
Jonas Švedas ( in Liepāja – 15 October 1971 in Vilnius) was a Lithuanian and Soviet composer. He was named a People's Artist of the USSR in 1954. He was the co-composer of the Anthem of the Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic along with Balys Dvarionas.
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Who was Jonas Švedas?
Lithuanian composer (1908-1971)
When was Jonas Švedas born?
Jonas Švedas was born on 26 September 1908 in Liepāja.
When did Jonas Švedas die?
Jonas Švedas died on 15 October 1971 in Vilnius.
What was Jonas Švedas's occupation?
Jonas Švedas was a conductor, ethnologist, composer, music educator, choir director and trombonist.
What nationality was Jonas Švedas?
Jonas Švedas was Russian and Lithuanian.
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