About Niels Peter Jensen
Lived 1802 – 1846 (aged 44). Niels Peter Jensen was a Danish composer.
Niels Peter Jensen (23 July 1802 – 19 October 1846) was a Danish composer, flutist and organist.
Biography Niels Peter Jensen was an organ pupil of Friedrich Kuhlau. Since 1828 he was organist at St. Peter's Church (Petrikirche) in Copenhagen. As well, he was a flute virtuoso and teacher. He composed incidental music and numerous pieces for flute and for piano.
Among his students included J.P.E. Hartmann.
Notable works
Flute
3 Duos for 2 Flutes, Op.9 6 Duos for 2 Flutes, Op.16 12 Etudes for Flute, Op.25 3 Fantasies-Caprices for Flute, Op.14
Flute Sonata, Op.6 Flute Sonata, Op.18 6 Rondeaux Faciles, Op.13 6 Solos for Flute, Op.17
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Niels Peter Jensen?
Danish composer (1802–1846)
When was Niels Peter Jensen born?
Niels Peter Jensen was born on 23 July 1802 in Copenhagen.
When did Niels Peter Jensen die?
Niels Peter Jensen died on 19 October 1846 in Copenhagen.
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Niels Peter Jensen was a composer.
What nationality was Niels Peter Jensen?
Niels Peter Jensen was Danish.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Niels Peter Jensen
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