Edvard Grieg

Edvard Hagerup Grieg was a Norwegian composer and pianist, widely considered a leading Romantic era composer. His integration of Norwegian folk music into his compositions elevated Norway's musical reputation and contributed to national identity. Among his celebrated compositions is the music for Henrik Ibsen's play 'Peer Gynt'. Grieg's legacy is honored in Bergen, with cultural entities and statues bearing his name, including the Edvard Grieg Museum at his former home Troldhaugen【29†source】.