Alo Mattiisen

Estonian composer and musician

Alo Mattiisen - Estonian composer and musician
Born

April 22nd, 1961
63 years ago

Died

May 30th, 1996
28 years ago — 35 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Estonia

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A composer and musician contributed significantly to Estonian music. Studied composition at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, creating a body of work that blends traditional Estonian folk elements with contemporary classical styles. Worked as a professor at the same institution, influencing the next generation of musicians. Focused on various musical forms, including choral works, orchestral compositions, and operas. His compositions often featured themes of Estonian identity and culture.

Composed the opera 'Soo'

Wrote numerous choral and orchestral pieces

Served as a professor at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre

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