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Therion

A Swedish symphonic metal band founded in 1987. Therion are considered the oldest symphonic metal band and one of the founders of this genre (along with the later Nightwish). Since the mid-1990s, their compositions have been recorded and performed with the participation of live orchestras, guest vocalists, and choirs. Most of the band's songs concern various mystical teachings and the mythology of the peoples of the world. The founder, leader, and main composer of Therion is guitarist Christofer Johnsson. The rest of the band's lineup is inconsistent, has changed many times, and is often supplemented by guest musicians.