Dmitri Shostakovich
Composer of Symphony No. 7
Born
September 25th, 1906
118 years ago
Died
August 9th, 1975
49 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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A prominent Russian composer and pianist, acclaimed for innovative and powerful compositions. Shostakovich gained international recognition during the Soviet era, particularly for his symphonies and string quartets. He navigated a complicated relationship with the Soviet government, which influenced his work. Major compositions include the Symphony No. 5, which was a response to government criticism, and Symphony No. 7, also known as the Leningrad Symphony, written during World War II to commemorate the Siege of Leningrad. Shostakovich’s music often reflected the turbulence of his time, combining elements of tradition and modernism while conveying deep emotional and political themes.
Composed Symphony No. 5 in D minor
Composed Symphony No. 7, Leningrad Symphony
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