Ole Bull
Norwegian violinist (1810–1880)
1810 — 1880
Quick Facts
Profession
Norwegian violinist (1810–1880)
Born
February 5, 1810
Died
1880 (age ~70)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
composer, violinist, academic musician
United StatesBorn in BergenDied in Bergen
1810
Born in Bergen (1810-02-05)
1880
Died in Bergen
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Ole Bornemann Bull was a Norwegian virtuoso violinist and composer. According to Robert Schumann, he was on a level with Niccolò Paganini for the speed and clarity of his playing.
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Who is Ole Bull?+
Ole Bornemann Bull was a Norwegian virtuoso violinist and composer. According to Robert Schumann, he was on a level with Niccolò Paganini for the speed and clarity of his playing.
What does the name Ole mean?+
The name Ole means "a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Ole Bull born?+
Ole Bull was born on February 5, 1810.
When did Ole Bull die?+
Ole Bull died in 1880, at approximately 70 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.
The name Ole is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Ole — February 5, 1810
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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