Lapp-Nils
Lapp-Nils , born Nils Jonsson (born May 8, 1804 in Hallen in the municipality of Åre in Jämtland , † April 18, 1870 in Offerdal ) was a Swedish folk musician and violinist of Sami descent. Lapp-Nils was a well-known composer of folk dance music ( Polska ). His music is still played by many folk musicians in Sweden.
In 1943 a memorial stone was placed on the church in Offerdal.
Individual evidence
literature
- En bok om Offerdal, Part 3 (1964)
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SURNAME | Lapp-Nils |
ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Jonsson, Nils (maiden name) |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Swedish folk musician and violinist |
DATE OF BIRTH | May 8, 1804 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Hallen, Åre , Jämtland |
DATE OF DEATH | April 18, 1870 |
Place of death | Offerdal |