Myron Floren

Accordionist

Birthday November 5, 1919

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace South Dakota

DEATH DATE Jul 23, 2005 (85)

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About

Accordionist who played for The Lawrence Welk Show from 1950 until 1980. Welk nicknamed him the Happy Norwegian.

Before Fame

His fascination with the accordion as a child helped him to overcome scarlet fever.

Trivia

He was invited to join the regular lineup of The Lawrence Welk Show after playing the song Lady of Spain when he was a guest.

Family Life

He had five daughters with his wife Berdyne Koerner.

Associated With

He played in The Lawrence Welk Show with trumpet player Johnny Zell.