Jean Sibelius
Finnish composer and violinist
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December 8
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πBiography
Jean Sibelius was a Finnish composer and violinist of the late Romantic and early-modern periods. He is widely recognized as his country's greatest composer and, through his music, is often credited with having helped Finland develop a national identity.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Composed 'Finlandia'
- β¦Created seven symphonies
- β¦National icon of Finland
π¬Famous Quotes
"Pay no attention to what the critics say. A statue has never been erected in honor of a critic.
"Music begins where the possibilities of language end.
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