Danish musicians born in 1932
Here are 5 famous musicians from Denmark were born in 1932:
Ove Verner Hansen
Ove Verner Hansen (July 20, 1932 Helsingør-) is a Danish actor and opera singer.
He trained at the Royal Danish Theatre's opera school and made his stage debut in 1957. Hansen is best known for his work in theatre, where he has performed in both comedic and dramatic roles. He has also starred in numerous Danish films and television series throughout his career. In addition to his acting career, Hansen is an accomplished opera singer and is known for his performances of Mozart and Verdi. He has received several awards for his work, including the Danish Theatre Critics' Award and the Knud Højgaards Fond's Honorary Award. Hansen retired from acting in 2009, but continues to be remembered as one of Denmark's most beloved performers.
Hansen starred in over 100 roles during his career and was a member of the Royal Danish Theatre for more than 50 years. He was particularly renowned for his performances in plays by Danish playwrights such as Ludvig Holberg and Kaj Munk. One of his most famous roles was as the title character in Holberg's play "Erasmus Montanus".
Aside from his work on the stage and screen, Hansen was also a noted teacher and director. He taught at the Danish National School of Theatre and directed productions at many leading theaters throughout Denmark.
Hansen was married to Kirsten Hansen-Møller, a prominent Danish actress, until her death in 2000. The couple had four children together. In addition to his acting work, Hansen was a passionate art collector and owned a well-regarded collection of Danish and international art.
Even after his retirement, Hansen remained active in the cultural life of Denmark, serving as a member of the Royal Danish Academy of Arts and participating in various artistic events and festivals. He died on February 20, 2021, at the age of 88, but his legacy as a pioneering figure in Danish theater and film lives on.
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Nina van Pallandt
Nina van Pallandt (July 15, 1932 Copenhagen-) also known as Baroness Nina van Pallandt, Nina Magdelene Møller-Hasselbalch, Nina Magdelena Møller, Nina & Frederik, Nina, Nina, Baroness van Pallandt or Nina van Pallandt is a Danish singer and actor. She has three children, Floris Nicolas Ali, Baron van Pallandt, Kirsa Eleonore Clara, Baroness van Pallandt and Ana Maria Else, Baroness van Pallandt.
Nina van Pallandt began her career in the entertainment industry in the 1960s as one half of the popular singing duo Nina & Frederik, alongside her husband Frederik van Pallandt. Together, they achieved great success in Europe and the United States with their folk and pop songs. In addition to her music career, Nina van Pallandt also pursued acting, appearing in several films including "The Long Goodbye" alongside Elliott Gould. She later transitioned into a career as a voiceover artist, working in both English and Danish. In her personal life, Nina van Pallandt has been the subject of much public interest due to her aristocratic background as a baroness. She has been married three times and has three children from her second marriage.
After the death of her second husband, Frederik van Pallandt, Nina van Pallandt shifted her focus from music and acting to becoming a certified astrologer and author. She published several books on astrology, including "The Atlas of Love and Sex" and "The Life-Long Romance with the Stars". She also had a successful career as a television host for a Danish astrology show.
Throughout her career, Nina van Pallandt has been known for her unique and captivating voice, often described as breathy and sultry. Her music and acting styles have been noted for their elegance and sophistication, which have contributed to her enduring popularity. As a cultural icon, Nina van Pallandt remains an influential figure in Danish entertainment and a celebrated voice in astrology.
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Per Nørgård
Per Nørgård (July 13, 1932 Gentofte Municipality-) a.k.a. Nørgård, Per, Per Norgaard or Per Nørgaard is a Danish composer and film score composer.
His most recognized albums: Symphony no. 4 / Symphony no. 5, Luna - Symphony No. 3 - Twilight (The Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and Choir), Seadrift (Bente Vist), Ligeti & Nørgård: Violin Concertos, etc., Songs from Evening Land, Symphonies 3 and 7 and Violin Concertos no. 1 & 2 / Spaces of Time. Genres he performed: Opera, 20th-century classical music, Film score and Ballet.
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Erling Blöndal Bengtsson
Erling Blöndal Bengtsson (March 8, 1932 Copenhagen-June 6, 2013) was a Danish , .
His albums: Reger: 3 Suites for Cello / Ysaÿe: Sonata for Cello.
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Henning Christiansen
Henning Christiansen (May 28, 1932 Copenhagen-December 10, 2008 Møn) also known as Christiansen, Henning was a Danish film score composer and composer.
His most recognized albums: Abschiedssymphonie.
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