Lars-Ake Franke-Blom

Lars-Åke Franke-Blom is a Swedish composer and speech therapist, born on April 4, 1941, in Norrköping. Self-taught as a composer, he has honed his craft under the guidance of Nils Eriksson. Franke-Blom's work spans a wide range of genres and instruments, including concertos for cello, viola, and contrabasso, as well as his notable Symphony No. 1 for large youth orchestras. His compositions have been performed by esteemed ensembles like the Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, and he has even been commissioned by Swedish Television and the Swedish National Theatre to create ballet music. Franke-Blom's music is a testament to his unique perspective and deep understanding of sound, making him a significant figure in contemporary Swedish music.