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Sinding, Christian August (1856–1941)| Norwegian composer. His works include songs and four symphonies, but he is chiefly remembered for the popular piano piece Frühlingsrauschen/Rustle of Spring (1896). His brothers Otto (1842–1909) and Stephan (1846–1922) were a painter and sculptor respectively. |
| He studied at Oslo and later, with the Norwegian government's support, went to Germany, continuing his studies at Liepzig, Berlin, and Munich, where he spent many years of his life. For a time he was professor of composition at Rochester, New York. |
Works Opera The Holy Mountain (1912). |
Orchestral four symphonies and Rondo infinito for orchestra, piano concerto in D♭ major, three violin concertos (1898, 1901, 1917). |
Chamber string quartet (1904), piano quintet, piano trio; sonatas and suite for violin and piano; variations for two pianos; suite, studies, and numerous pieces for piano, including the well-known Frühlingsrauschen/Rustle of Spring; songs. |
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