Alan Hovhaness

Composer of symphonies and choral works

Alan Hovhaness - Composer of symphonies and choral works
Born

March 8th, 1911
114 years ago

Died

June 21st, 2000
24 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1911, this Armenian-American composer produced a significant body of work that ranges from symphonies to choral compositions. Trained at the New England Conservatory of Music, focused on incorporating Eastern and Western musical elements. Achieved prominence with the release of over 60 symphonies and many chamber works. Aspiring to represent spiritual themes through music, collaborated with various performers throughout his career. The music shows influences from his Armenian heritage, reflecting experiences and cultural motifs within compositions. Continued to create music until his passing in 2000.

Composed over 60 symphonies

Wrote choral works including 'And God Said'

Incorporated Armenian musical themes

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