Finnish Classical

Finnish Classical music is a genre of classical music that originated in Finland in the late 19th century. It is characterized by its use of traditional Finnish folk music elements, such as the kantele, a traditional Finnish stringed instrument, and the jouhikko, a bowed lyre. It also incorporates elements of Romanticism, such as lush orchestration and sweeping melodies. Finnish Classical music is often considered to be a part of the Nordic Classical tradition, which also includes music from Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. It is often performed by the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra.