Lapp-Nils
The Lapp-Nils-Haus in Önet, Offerdal
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 |