Short bio Adolf Fredrik Lindblad
Full biography Adolf Fredrik Lindblad
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad was a Swedish composer from the Romantic era , born on February 1, 1801 in Skänninge, Östergötland. He is mostly known for his compositions of Swedish songs or lieder , of which he produced a significant amount. Lindblad composed two symphonies, which were performed in Sweden but were not well-received initially. However, over time, his music gained more favour and recognition.
Lindblad was interested in music from a young age and started taking piano lessons at the age of seven. He later studied at the University of Uppsala, where he received a degree in philology. After completing his studies, Lindblad moved to Stockholm, where he became a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music and began composing music. In addition to his career as a composer, Lindblad worked as a music critic for various newspapers.
Lindblad was also known for his friendships with other notable figures in the arts, including writer Malla Silfverstolpe and composer Felix Mendelssohn. Mendelssohn visited Lindblad in Sweden, and the two spent time exploring the countryside and discussing music.
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad died on August 23, 1878, on the farm Lövingsborg just outside of Linköping. Today, he is remembered as an important figure in Swedish music, particularly for his contributions to Swedish song and lieder.
Albums featuring Adolf Fredrik Lindblad
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Oskar Ekberg – Selected Piano Pieces(CD, Album, Stereo) | 2017 | Daphne Records |
| 2 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Uppsala Kammarorkester, Gérard Korsten – Symfonier Nr 1 & 2 | 1999 | Naxos |
| 3 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad / Andreas Randel - Uppsala Kammarsolister – Stråkkvintett A-dur / Stråkkvartett F-moll(CD, Album) | 1994 | Musica Sveciae |
| 4 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Per August Olander, Gävleborg Symphony Orchestra, Mats Liljefors, Västerås Symphony Orchestra, Harry Damgaard – Symphony No. 2 In D Major / Symphony In E Flat Major(CD, ) | 1993 | Sterling (2) |
| 5 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, MariAnne Häggander, Mikael Samuelson, Thomas Schuback, Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, Okko Kamu – Songs / Symphony No. 1(CD, Album) | 1991 | Caprice Records |
| 6 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Mari Anne Häggander, Mikael Samuelson, Thomas Schuback – Sånger Och Visor = Songs(LP, Album) | 1987 | Caprice Records |
| 7 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Iwa Sörenson, Lennart Hedwall – Sånger Av Adolf Fredrik Lindblad(LP, Stereo) | 1985 | Bluebell Of Sweden |
| 8 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Stockholms Filharmoniska Orkester, Okko Kamu – Symfoni Nr 1 C-Dur; Uvertyr Till Frondörerna(LP, Album) | 1983 | Caprice Records |
| 9 |  |
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad, Radiokören, Eric Ericson, Jan Eyron, Alfvén, Lundvik, Hedar, Lindberg, Malmfors – Drömmarne(LP, Stereo) | 1968 | Swedish Society Discofil |
Videos featuring Adolf Fredrik Lindblad
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad - Symphony No.2 in D-major (1855)
Adolf Fredrik Lindblad (1 February 1801, Skänninge -- 23 August 1878, Linköping) was a Swedish composer from the Romantic era.
Work: Symphony No.2 in D-major (1855)
Mov.I: Maestoso - Allegro molto 00:00
Mov.II: Poco allegretto 09:12
Mov.III: Scherzo:
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