| ![Show Contents]() Blaesen History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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Etymology of BlaesenWhat does the name Blaesen mean? The distinguished surname Blaesen is German in origin. It is derived from the Middle High German "blasaere," meaning "trumpeter," and was most likely first borne by someone who played a wind instrument. Early Origins of the Blaesen familyThe surname Blaesen was first found in Austria, where the Blaes family became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Blaesen familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Blaesen research. Another 84 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1574, 1679, 1814, 1820, 1829, 1834, 1839 and 1875 are included under the topic Early Blaesen History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Blaesen Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Blaes, Blaesing, Blaesveldt, Blaedt, Blaesen, Blaesenaur, Blaeser, Blaesinger, Blaesern, Blaise, Blasshorn, Blaser and many more. Early Notables of the Blaesen familyArnold Joseph Blaes, a great clarinet-player, born at Brussels 1814; pupil of Bachmann in the Conservatoire there, where he obtained the second prize in 1829 and the first in 1834. He visited Holland, Germany, and Russia, and in 39 was awarded a medal for his performance before the Société des Concerts in Paris; was solo clarinet to the King of the Belgians; and in 42 succeeded Bachmann as Professor in the Brussels Conservatoire. 1
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Another 75 words (5 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Blaesen Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Blaesen familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johannes Blaeser, who arrived in Baltimore in 1834; Johann Blassherk, who immigrated to New York in 1859; and Anna Blaeser, who also immigrated to New York in 1865..
- Grove, Sir George, A Dictionary of Music and Musicians (AD. 1450-1889) London: Macmillan1902, Print, 2 Vols
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