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Grieg, Edvard Hagerup (1843-1907) Norwegian composer whose Scottish great
-grandfather's name was Greig; also pianist, particularly as accompanist to his
wife (and cousin) Nina, who sang his songs. Encouraged by Ole Bull, went to
study in Leipzig; later, pupil of Gade in Copenhagen. Became "nationalist" in
music. At Ibsen's request, wrote music for Peer Gynt. Wrote an early symphony;
works also include piano concerto, Holberg Suite for strings, music to
Bjornson's Sigurd Jorsalfar; choral works: Bergliot (text by Bjornson) for
reciter and orchestra; 3 violin sonatas, many songs and piano works, various
Norwegian folk music arrangements. Had Norwegian government pension. Often
visited Britain; Hon. D.Mus., Cambridge, 1894.