Johann Helmich Roman is sometimes called the “Father of Swedish Music.” The baroque era composer lived from 1694 until 1758, and was Master of the Swedish royal chapel and a prolific composer. Today’s Beautiful Music is Johann Helmich Roman’s most famous composition — his Drottningholm Music — composer for Swedish Crown Prince Adolf Fredrik’s wedding to Lovisa Ulrika in 1744. Learn more about Johann Helmich Roman and find out about a Sunday Baroque musical journey to Scandinavia using the links below.
https://www.allmusic.com/artist/johan-helmich-roman-mn0001499294/biography
https://earthboundexpeditions.com/scandinavia-bona