Henrik Crusell
Swedish-Finnish clarinetist, composer and translator (1775–1838)
1775 — 1838
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish-Finnish clarinetist, composer and translator (1775–1838)
Born
October 15, 1775
Died
1838 (age ~63)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
composer, clarinetist, translator
SwedenBorn in UusikaupunkiDied in Jakob and Johannes parish
1775
Born in Uusikaupunki (1775-10-15)
1838
Died in Jakob and Johannes parish
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Henrik Crusell?+
Henrik Crusell is Swedish-Finnish clarinetist, composer and translator (1775–1838). Born in 1775.
What does the name Henrik mean?+
The name Henrik means "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Henrik Crusell born?+
Henrik Crusell was born on October 15, 1775.
When did Henrik Crusell die?+
Henrik Crusell died in 1838, at approximately 63 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.
The name Henrik is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Henrik — October 15, 1775
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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Guestbook
Front row, 2012. I still get chills thinking about it.
— someone at your concert
You raised the bar for all of us.
— a fellow musician
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