Weis, Flemming (1898–1981)

Danish composer. A member of a musical family, he began to compose as a child. In 1916 he entered the Copenhagen Conservatory and in 1920 finished studies at Leipzig. He was active on behalf of contemporary music and also as a music critic.

Works Choral The Promised Land for chorus and orchestra.

Orchestral two symphonies (1942, 1948), symphonic overture and In temporis vernalis for orchestra.

Ensemble Introduction grave for piano and strings.

Chamber four string quartets (1922–77) and other chamber music; sonatas for various instruments.

Other suite and sonatina for piano; songs.