Swedish musicians who were born in 1937
Here are 9 famous musicians from Sweden were born in 1937:
Monica Zetterlund
Monica Zetterlund (September 20, 1937 Hagfors-May 12, 2005 Stockholm) a.k.a. Monika Zetterlund, Monica Z, Eva Monica Nilsson or Zetterlund, Monica was a Swedish singer and actor. Her child is called Eva-Lena Zetterlund.
Related albums: Monicas bästa, Det bästa med Monica Zetterlund, Den sista jäntan, Gyllene blad ur Monicas dagbok, It Only Happens Every Time, Make Mine Swedish Style, Monica Z, Sakta vi gå genom stan, Volym ett - More Than You Know (1957-1959) and Diamanter (disc 2: It Only Happens Every Time) (feat. The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra). Genres she performed include Vocal jazz.
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Bernt Rosengren
Bernt Rosengren (December 24, 1937 Stockholm-) is a Swedish , .
Bernt Rosengren is a Swedish jazz saxophonist and clarinetist. He began playing clarinet in his early teens and later moved on to tenor saxophone. Rosengren started his professional music career playing in dance bands before moving on to jazz. He is known for his innovative and adventurous approach to jazz and has been an active performer and recording artist since the 1960s. Over the course of his career, he has played with many prominent jazz musicians from around the world, and has released a number of acclaimed albums under his own name. In addition to being a successful performer, Rosengren has also been an influential music educator, teaching at several universities and music schools in Sweden.
In the 1960s, Bernt Rosengren became a key figure in the Swedish jazz scene, performing with musicians such as Monica Zetterlund and Jan Johansson. He also played with American jazz musicians visiting Sweden, including Dexter Gordon, Don Byas, and Clark Terry. In the 1970s, Rosengren was a member of the popular fusion group Solar Plexus, which toured extensively in Europe and released several albums.
Rosengren's playing is characterized by his rich tone and expansive improvisational style. He has been praised for his ability to blend different styles and techniques, incorporating elements of bebop, free jazz, and Scandinavian folk music into his playing. He has also been recognized for his skill as a composer, having written a number of original compositions for his various groups.
In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Rosengren has also been a dedicated advocate for jazz in Sweden. He has served as the chairman of the Swedish Jazz Federation and has worked to promote jazz education in the country. In recognition of his contributions to the music scene in Sweden, he was awarded the prestigious Jazzkatten Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018.
Today, Bernt Rosengren continues to perform and record, collaborating with musicians from around the world and inspiring new generations of jazz artists in Sweden and beyond.
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Barbro Lindgren
Barbro Lindgren (March 18, 1937 Stockholm-) also known as Barbro Lindgren-Enskog is a Swedish writer and author. Her child is called Mathias Lindgren.
Her albums: and .
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Janne Carlsson
Janne Carlsson (March 12, 1937 Stockholm-) also known as Jan Carlsson, Jan Karlsson, Jan Edvard Carlsson, Loffe, Carlsson, Jan, Janne Karlsson, Janne "Loffe" Carlsson, Janne, Janne 'Loffe' Carlsson, Jan. Edward Carlsson, January Edward Carlsson, Janne "Loffe" Carlsson 4 or Janne Carlsson is a Swedish actor, drummer, film director, screenwriter and film score composer. He has one child, Sara Carlsson.
His discography includes: .
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Monica Nielsen
Monica Nielsen (November 30, 1937 Stockholm-) a.k.a. Nielsen, Monica is a Swedish actor. She has two children, Petra Nielsen and Paula Nielsen.
Her albums include , ...med hjärtat fyllt av trots: Arbetarrörelsens kampsånger and .
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Svante Thuresson
Svante Thuresson (February 7, 1937 Stockholm-) also known as Thuresson, Svante is a Swedish , .
His discography includes: Svante Thuressons bästa, En salig man, Jag är hip, baby..., , , , , and . Genres he performed include Soul music, Jazz and Schlager music.
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Anita Lindblom
Anita Lindblom (December 14, 1937 Gävle-) also known as Lindblom, Anita is a Swedish actor.
Discography: Kring de små husen i gränderna vid hamnen / Balladen om herr Frederik Åkare och den söta fröken Lind, Musik vi minns, 27 av Anita Lindbloms bästa!, Anita Lindblom, and .
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Jarl Borssen
Jarl Borssen (March 14, 1937 Berghem, Sweden-December 21, 2012 Munka-Ljungby) also known as Jarl Borssén was a Swedish actor and comedian. He had one child, Jonas Borssén.
Jarl Borssen was best known for his work in Swedish films and TV series, where he often played humorous and lighthearted characters. He began his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in over 50 films and TV shows throughout his career. Some of his notable works include "The Simple-Minded Murderer" (1982), "The Adventures of Picasso" (1978), and "The Brothers Lionheart" (1977). Borssen was also a popular stage actor and performed in numerous theater productions in Sweden. In addition to acting, he was also a skilled musician and frequently incorporated music into his performances. He was highly respected in the Swedish entertainment industry and was awarded the prestigious O'Neill Scholarship in 1977, which allowed him to study acting in the United States.
During his time in the United States, Jarl Borssen studied at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center in Connecticut where he honed his skills and learned new techniques in acting. After returning to Sweden, he continued his career in acting and became a beloved figure in Swedish media. In addition to his on-screen and on-stage work, Borssen was also an accomplished writer and wrote several popular sitcoms and TV shows. He was known for his quick wit, infectious energy, and an ability to make people laugh. Jarl Borssen passed away in 2012 at the age of 75 after a long and successful career in Swedish entertainment.
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Claes Andersson
Claes Andersson (May 30, 1937 Helsinki-) a.k.a. Claes-Johan Rudolf Andersson is a Swedish psychiatrist, author, musician, politician, screenwriter and jazz pianist. His children are called Niklas Andersson, Maria Andersson, Henrika Andersson, Johanna Andersson, Ville Andersson and Kim Andersson.
His albums: .
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