Role

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Conductor  

Country

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Sweden

Birth

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March 7, 1893 in Stockholm, Sweden

Death

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August 15, 1970 in Mariefred

Genre

:

Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Nils Grevillius was a Swedish classical pianist and composer who was born on August 22, 1884, in Stockholm, Sweden. He was the son of a prominent Swedish architect, Gustaf Grevillius, and his wife, Anna. Nils showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He received his first formal music lessons from his mother, who was a talented amateur pianist. In 1902, Nils Grevillius entered the Royal College of Music in Stockholm, where he studied piano with Richard Andersson and composition with Johan Lindegren. He graduated with honors in 1906 and continued his studies in Berlin with the renowned pianist and teacher, Ferruccio Busoni. Grevillius was deeply influenced by Busoni's approach to music, which emphasized the importance of individual expression and interpretation. In 1908, Nils Grevillius made his debut as a concert pianist in Stockholm, performing works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. He quickly established himself as one of Sweden's leading pianists and composers, and his performances were praised for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. Grevillius was also a prolific composer, and his works were performed by leading orchestras and chamber ensembles throughout Europe. In 1912, Nils Grevillius was appointed professor of piano at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm, a position he held until 1949. He was a highly respected teacher, and his students included many of Sweden's most prominent pianists, including Gunnar Johansen, Stig Ribbing, and Hans Leygraf. Grevillius was also a frequent guest lecturer and performer at music schools and festivals throughout Europe. During the 1920s and 1930s, Nils Grevillius continued to perform extensively as a soloist and chamber musician. He was particularly noted for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Schumann, and his performances were praised for their clarity, sensitivity, and emotional intensity. Grevillius also continued to compose, and his works from this period include several piano sonatas, chamber music, and songs. In 1949, Nils Grevillius retired from his position at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. He continued to perform and compose, however, and his later works include a piano concerto, a string quartet, and several songs. Grevillius was also active as a music critic and commentator, and he wrote extensively on music and musicians throughout his career. Nils Grevillius received numerous awards and honors during his lifetime, including the Litteris et Artibus medal from the Swedish government in 1926, the Royal Swedish Academy of Music's Gold Medal in 1944, and the Order of the Polar Star in 1954. He was also a member of several prestigious music societies, including the Royal Swedish Academy of Music, the International Society for Contemporary Music, and the Swedish Composers' Association. Nils Grevillius died on December 28, 1970, in Stockholm, Sweden, at the age of 86. He was widely regarded as one of Sweden's greatest pianists and composers, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians and music lovers around the world.

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