Henrik Otto Donner
Finnish trumpet player and composer
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
June 26th, 2013
12 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Finland
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A prominent trumpet player and composer, made significant contributions to the Finnish music scene. Worked extensively in the fields of jazz and classical music. Involved with various orchestras and ensembles, showcasing a blend of different musical styles. Contributed to the education of young musicians through teaching and mentorship. Authored numerous compositions and arrangements, leaving a lasting legacy in Finnish music.
Helped establish the Finnish jazz scene
Contributed to various orchestras and ensembles
Authored significant musical compositions
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