Marie von Stedingk facts for kids
Maria Fredrica von Stedingk (born October 31, 1799, died June 15, 1868) was a talented Swedish composer. She also worked at the royal court. She was known for her music and her role as a lady-in-waiting.
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Who Was Maria Fredrica von Stedingk?
Maria Fredrica von Stedingk was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Her father was Curt von Stedingk, a famous Swedish Field Marshal. A Field Marshal was a very high-ranking military leader. Her mother was Ulrika Fredrika Ekström. Her parents married a few years after she was born. Maria never married herself.
Her Early Life and Education
Maria's father believed in good education for all his children. This was true for both his sons and his daughters. Because of this, Maria received an excellent education. She had private teachers who taught her many subjects.
Working at the Royal Court
From 1823 to 1860, Maria worked for the Queen of Sweden. The Queen was named Désirée Clary. Maria's job was a hovfröken, which means a lady-in-waiting. A lady-in-waiting helps the queen with her daily life and duties.
Her Musical Works
Maria Fredrica von Stedingk was a composer, meaning she wrote music. One of her known pieces is called Nocturne för melodiinstrument. This piece was written down by another musician named Mathilda Berwald.
Another composer, Mathilda d'Orozco, admired Maria's work. In 1842, Mathilda d'Orozco dedicated her own music to Maria. This collection of songs was called Sex Sånger för Piano, which means 'Six songs for the Piano'.
