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Karl-Birger Blomdahl
Born at Växjö in Sweden on 19 October 1916 was the composer Karl-Birger Blomdahl, who progressed to serialism and latterly electronics. He was Director of Music for Swedish Radio, and particularly remembered for his opera Aniara set in a spaceship. He lived until 14 June 1968.