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Jan Sibelius 1865 - 1957. Sibelius was born in Finland. He learned to play the violin and after studying music for a while set out to be a composer. He developed a unique style and was steeped in the literature and natural beauty of his native land which inspired his music. These nordic roots have n...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Hossick, Malcolm (Narrator)
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English.
Published: Venice, CA : TMW Media, 2014.
Series:Academic Video Online
Subjects:
Sibelius, Jean, > 1865-1957.
Sibelius, Jean, > 1865-1957 > Criticism and interpretation.
Composers > Finland > Biography.
Compositeurs > Finlande > Biographies.
Composers.
Finland.
Biographical films.
Biographies.
Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Educational films.
Films éducatifs.
Films biographiques.
Online Access:Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)
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Summary:Jan Sibelius 1865 - 1957. Sibelius was born in Finland. He learned to play the violin and after studying music for a while set out to be a composer. He developed a unique style and was steeped in the literature and natural beauty of his native land which inspired his music. These nordic roots have not stopped him becoming universally admired and his music is now a staple of modern concert halls. This film by Malcolm Hossick traces his life and his musical development. It is followed by an overview of his work.
Item Description:Title from title screen (viewed July 19, 2021).
Physical Description:1 online resource (36 minutes)
Playing Time:00:35:59