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Johanna Ölander
Birth name Johanna Maria Nordblom
Born (1827-05-23)23 May 1827
Died 16 July 1909(1909-07-16) (aged 82)
Hedvig Eleonora Parish, Sweden
Occupation(s) composer

Johanna Ölander was a Swedish composer who wrote music. She was born on May 23, 1827, and passed away on July 16, 1909. She is best known for creating the tune for a popular Swedish Christmas song called Julpolska.

About Johanna Ölander

Johanna Maria Nordblom was born in Kristdala, Sweden. She later became known as Johanna Ölander after she married Per August Ölander. She lived for many years and passed away in Hedvig Eleonora Parish in Stockholm.

Her Famous Christmas Song

Johanna Ölander's most famous work is the music for the Christmas song Julpolska. The song is very well-known in Sweden. Its first line, "Nu ha vi ljus, här i vårt hus," means "Now we have light, here in our house." This song is still sung by many families during the Christmas season. It shows how her music continues to bring joy to people even today.

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