Godtfred Skjerne

Danish musicologist
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Godtfred Skjerne

Summary

Godtfred Skjerne is a human[1]. His place of birth was Copenhagen[2]. He was born on May 10, 1880[3]. He passed away in Frederiksberg[4]. He died on May 3, 1955[5]. He worked as a musicologist[6], music historian[7], and author[8].

Key Facts

  • Godtfred Skjerne's place of birth was Copenhagen[2].
  • Godtfred Skjerne died in Frederiksberg[4].
  • Godtfred Skjerne was born on May 10, 1880[3].
  • Godtfred Skjerne died on May 3, 1955[5].
  • Burial took place at Frederiksberg Old Cemetery[9].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's father was Carl Skjerne[10].
  • Godtfred Skjerne held citizenship in Kingdom of Denmark[11].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's professions included musicologist[6].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's professions included music historian[7].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's professions included author[8].
  • Godtfred Skjerne held the position of museum director[12].
  • Godtfred Skjerne received the Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog[13].
  • Godtfred Skjerne received the Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog[14].
  • Godtfred Skjerne received the Order of the White Lion 5th Class[15].
  • Godtfred Skjerne is recorded as male[16].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's instance of is recorded as human[17].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's Commons category is recorded as Godtfred Skjerne[18].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's family name is recorded as Skjerne[19].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's given name is recorded as Godtfred[20].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's given name is recorded as Carl[21].
  • Godtfred Skjerne's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as Danish[22].

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Origins and Family

Born in Copenhagen[2], Godtfred Skjerne… he was born on May 10, 1880[3]. His father was Carl Skjerne[10].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include musicologist[6], music historian[7], and author[8]. Godtfred Skjerne held the position of museum director[12].

Recognition

Awards received include Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog[13], a grade of an order[23], in Denmark[24]; Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog[14], a grade of an order[25], in Denmark[26], founded in 1808[27]; and Order of the White Lion 5th Class[15].

Death and Burial

Godtfred Skjerne died on May 3, 1955[5]. He passed away in Frederiksberg[4]. He is buried at Frederiksberg Old Cemetery[9].

FAQs

Where was Godtfred Skjerne born?

Godtfred Skjerne's place of birth was Copenhagen[2].

Where did Godtfred Skjerne die?

Godtfred Skjerne passed away in Frederiksberg[4].

Who were Godtfred Skjerne's parents?

Godtfred Skjerne's father was Carl Skjerne[10].

What did Godtfred Skjerne do for work?

Godtfred Skjerne worked as musicologist[6], music historian[7], and author[8].

What awards did Godtfred Skjerne receive?

Honors received include Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog[13], Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog[14], and Order of the White Lion 5th Class[15].

References

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Direct Wikidata claims

  1. [2] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  2. [4] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  3. [16] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  4. [10] . wikidata.org.
  5. [11] . wikidata.org.
  6. [17] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  7. [12] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  8. [6] . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  9. [7] . wikidata.org.
  10. [8] . wikidata.org.
  11. [9] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  12. [13] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  13. [14] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  14. [15] . Kraks Blå Bog, 1949 edition. Retrieved . rosekamp.dk. Provenance: wikidata.org.
  15. [18] . wikidata.org.
  16. [3] . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  17. [5] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  18. [19] . wikidata.org.
  19. [20] . wikidata.org.
  20. [21] . wikidata.org.
  21. [22] . BnF authorities. Retrieved . wikidata.org.

Inline context (facts about related entities)

  1. [23] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  2. [24] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  3. [25] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  4. [26] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  5. [27] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

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  1. 10d ago · KrBot bot · 2026-05-22 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Occupation musicologist, music historian, author
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  2. 10d ago · Epìdosis · 2026-05-22 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Deutsche biographie (gnd) id 117424080
    Sex or gender male
    Commons category Godtfred Skjerne
    Occupation musicologist, music historian, author
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