We have a collection of 2 arrangements for Iver Holter - Deilig er jorden
How did a Norwegian composer transform a traditional Danish hymn into a celebrated choral work? Learn!
"Deilig er jorden" (Beautiful is the Earth) is a Danish hymn based on a German folk melody. Iver Holter, a prominent Norwegian Romantic composer and conductor, created one of its most renowned choral arrangements. His version elevated the hymn's status in Scandinavian sacred music, blending traditional Lutheran motifs with Romantic orchestration. The work remains a Christmas staple in Nordic countries.