Willy Larsen
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Birth nameWilliam Larsen
Also known asWillie Larsen, Willy Larsen
DiedMarch 10, 1935 (aged 49)
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | William Larsen |
| Also known as | Willie Larsen, Willy Larsen |
| Born | November 18, 1885 Kotka, Finland |
| Died | March 10, 1935 (aged 49) |
| Genres | Schlager music |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument | Accordion |
| Years active | 1920s and 1930s |
| Labels | Columbia Records |
William "Willy" Larsen (November 18, 1885 – March 10, 1935) was a Finnish American accordionist and director.[1]
Larsen's ancestors came to Finland from Norway in the 17th-century, and he was born in Kotka. As a young man Larsen became a sailor and moved to the US before World War I. He settled down in New York City, where he performed at the Finnish American halls.[1] Between 1920 and 1931, Larsen made 42 solo recordings for Columbia Records.[2] He also made several recordings as accompanist for various artists, including Leo Kauppi and Hannes Saari.[3]
