Carl Nielsen Museet

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    Claus Bergs Gade 11, town centre
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    65 51 46 01

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In Odense's concert hall, Carl Nielsen Museet details the career of the city's native son Carl Nielsen (1865-1931), Denmark's best-known composer.

Nielsen escaped a poor childhood by becoming a trumpet player in Odense's military band at 14, before studying at the Copenhagen Conservatory. In 1888, his first orchestral work, Suite for Strings, was performed at the Tivoli concert hall to great acclaim. Nielsen's music includes six symphonies, several operas and numerous hymn tunes and popular songs.

The museum also details the life of sculptor Anne Marie Brodersen, with whom Nielsen had a tempestuous marriage. Displays include Brodersen's works and studio, and Nielsen's study and piano. At various points there are earphones to enjoy Nielsen's music.