Role

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Composer Conductor

Birth

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June 22, 1915 in Vlaardingen, The Netherlands

Death

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January 30, 1999

 

Dolf van der Linden was a Dutch conductor and composer who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on June 22, 1915, in Vlaardingen, Netherlands. His father was a music teacher, and Dolf grew up in a musical family. He started playing the piano at a young age and showed a keen interest in music. Dolf van der Linden studied at the Rotterdam Conservatory, where he learned to play the piano, violin, and trumpet. He also studied composition and conducting. After completing his studies, he started working as a pianist and arranger for various Dutch radio stations. In 1945, Dolf van der Linden founded the Metropole Orchestra, which became one of the most popular orchestras in the Netherlands. The orchestra played a wide range of music, including jazz, pop, and classical. Dolf van der Linden was the conductor of the orchestra for over 25 years, and during his tenure, the orchestra recorded over 1,500 pieces of music. Dolf van der Linden was also a prolific composer, and he wrote music for films, television, and radio. He composed the music for several Dutch films, including "Fanfare" and "Dorp aan de rivier." He also wrote the music for the Dutch television series "Floris" and "De Fabeltjeskrant." In addition to his work with the Metropole Orchestra, Dolf van der Linden conducted several other orchestras, including the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra and the Radio Philharmonic Orchestra. He also conducted orchestras in other countries, including Germany, Belgium, and Switzerland. Dolf van der Linden received several awards for his contributions to music. In 1967, he was awarded the Order of Orange-Nassau, which is one of the highest honors in the Netherlands. He was also awarded the Edison Award, which is a prestigious music award in the Netherlands. Dolf van der Linden passed away on January 30, 1999, at the age of 83. He left behind a legacy of music that continues to inspire and entertain people around the world. His contributions to classical music and his work with the Metropole Orchestra have made him one of the most important figures in Dutch music history.

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