Violinist & Composer Ole Bull Died On This Day in 1880 [ON-THIS-DAY]

Norwegian violinist and composer Ole Bull died on this day in 1880 – aged 70

Norwegian violinist and composer Ole Bull died on this day in 1880 – aged 70.

Bull is remembered as one of the preeminent virtuosi of the 19th Century – often likened to Paganini.

He became extremely famous and wealthy in his day – eventually acquiring a large collection of fine golden period instruments and stately homes.

CHARLIE SIEM | OLE BULL | CANTABILE DOLOROS E RONDO GIOCOSO | ANDREW GOURLAY & LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Ole Bull: Violin Concertos

Annar Follesø

Ole Kristian Ruud

Norwegian Radio Orchestra

Release Date: April 27, 2010

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