Edvard Grieg

Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) is the very symbol of Norway in the world of music. Few Norwegians have become so widely known or made such a profound impression as Grieg. The famous music genius from Bergen had a great influence on the Norwegian style of music and is considered as one of the top 10 most important classical composers in the world.

Music from Norway

The innate melodiousness and vitality of Grieg's music have won him the acclaim of generations of music lovers all over the world, and the music seems as fresh today as it did when it was first composed. Its strong appeal lies not only in its markedly national character but also in the universality of the human emotions expressed in the music. Thus, Grieg's art is an embodiment of his own artistic creed: "One must first be a human being. All true art grows out of that which is distinctively human."

Edvard Grieg Biography