Carl Nielsen (1865-1931) is often celebrated as Denmark's most prominent composer, and he is a key figure in Danish musical nationalism. Nielsen was a master of orchestration, and his use of instruments was often unconventional. For example, his Fourth Symphony, "The Inextinguishable," features a memorable timpani duel between two sets of timpani, creating a dramatic effect. His opera "Maskarade" is one of the most popular Danish operas. In addition to his "The Inextinguishable" Symphony, some of Nielsen's other notable works include his Flute Concerto, Clarinet Concerto, and "Helios" Overture.
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