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Nystedt was appointed Commander of Order of St. Olav in 2005 for his efforts in Norwegian music. He has also received numerous other awards and honors. (Photo: Lars O. Flydal / Vårt Land)
Grammy Award-winning Norwegian conductor, composer and organist extraordinaire, Knut Nystedt, died yesterday at age 99. Nystedt's music has made a lasting impression amongst classical musicians across the globe.
One of my favorite compositions is this setting of Bach's Komm, süßer Tod, komm selge Ruh where he splits the choir into 5 groups and infuses assigned, timed movement to the traditional chorale setting. The final product is hauntingly beautiful…
May he rest in peace …
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