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Carolina Wilhelmina Wahlström
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Carolina Wilhelmina (Nina) Wahlström, née Skårman, was born on June 1, 1859, in Skara, and passed away on September 13, 1941, in Uppsala. She was a composer and music editor.

At the age of 16, she enrolled at the Music Conservatory, where she studied piano under Hilda Thegerström. Wahlström spent much of her professional life in Uppsala, primarily working as a music teacher. During this time, she also studied composition with Ruben Liljefors. She was married to Enar Wahlström, a business manager.

Nina Wahlström was a prolific composer, particularly known for her military marches. In addition to these, she also wrote dance pieces for piano and a number of songs.

text: Urban Janlert