Kjell Roikjer, Date of Birth, Date of Death

Kjell Roikjer

Danish musician

Date of Birth: 14-Jun-1901

Date of Death: 19-Sep-1999

Profession: composer

Nationality: Denmark

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Kjell Roikjer (14 June 1901 – 19 September 1999) was a Danish composer and bassoonist who for more than 30 years was a member of the Royal Danish Orchestra (1938–1971).
He was a founder of the chamber ensemble "Blæserkvintetten af 1932" (Woodwind Quintet of 1932) and member from 1932 to 1948.
As a composer, Roikjer was very productive, writing mostly for small ensembles.
He often employed less frequently used instruments such as tuba, xylophone and saxophone.