Magnus Atterberg
Swedish composer (1887–1974)
1887 — 1974
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish composer (1887–1974)
Born
December 12, 1887
Died
1974 (age ~87)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
composer, engineer, conductor
SwedenBorn in Domkyrkoförsamlingen in GöteborgDied in Oscar Parish
1887
Born in Domkyrkoförsamlingen in Göteborg (1887-12-12)
1953
AwardMedal for the advancement of the musical arts
1974
Died in Oscar Parish
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Magnus Atterberg?+
Magnus Atterberg is Swedish composer (1887–1974). Born in 1887.
What does the name Magnus mean?+
The name Magnus means "A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Magnus Atterberg born?+
Magnus Atterberg was born on December 12, 1887.
When did Magnus Atterberg die?+
Magnus Atterberg died in 1974, at approximately 87 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.
The name Magnus is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Magnus — December 12, 1887
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
Would you name your baby Magnus?
Guestbook
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Front row, 2012. I still get chills thinking about it.
— someone at your concert
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