About Torgrim Castberg
Lived 1874 – 1928 (aged 53). Torgrim Castberg was a Norwegian musician.
Torgrim Castberg (8 September 1874 – 17 June 1928) was a Norwegian violinist.
Personal life Torgrim Castberg was born in Skien as the son of customs surveyor and politician Johan Christian Tandberg Castberg (1827–1899) and his wife Hanna Magdalene Frisak Ebbesen (1839–1881). He had several brothers and sisters, including the notable politician Johan.
His paternal grandfather Peter Hersleb Harboe Castberg was a priest and politician. In addition, Torgrim was a first cousin of sculptor Oscar Ambrosius Castberg. both of whom were involved in politics too.
Torgrim Castberg married Ida Anker in 1896.
He died in 1928 in Paris.
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Who was Torgrim Castberg?
Norwegian violinist, music teacher and music director (1874–1928)
When was Torgrim Castberg born?
Torgrim Castberg was born on 9 September 1874 in Skien.
When did Torgrim Castberg die?
Torgrim Castberg died on 17 June 1928 in Paris.
What was Torgrim Castberg's occupation?
Torgrim Castberg was a musician.
What nationality was Torgrim Castberg?
Torgrim Castberg was Norwegian.
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