Finnish composer, musician, conductor
Oskar Merikanto
Also known as Mattson, Frans Oskar
Born1868-08-05
BirthplaceHelsinki
CountryFinland
GenderMale
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Biography
Oskar Merikanto (August 5, 1868 – February 17, 1924) was a Finnish musician and composer.
He was born to Swedish parents in Helsinki. His father, originally Frank Mattsson, changed the family name to sound more Finnish.
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He was notable for his variety of talents – he gave concerts all around Finland, performing on the piano and organ, conducting orchestras, and composing original music. One of his most belowed compositions is a waltz Kesäillan valssi (Summernight's Waltz).
He died in Hausjärvi-Oiti.
His son Aarre Merikanto was also a notable composer.
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