Imants Kalniņš
Latvian composer of symphonic works
Born
May 26th, 1941
84 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Latvia
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Born in 1941, a prominent Latvian composer contributed significantly to the country's contemporary music scene. He studied at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music and developed a distinct style that blends traditional Latvian folk music with modern classical elements. Throughout his career, a variety of works were created, including symphonies, choral music, and operas. The composer also engaged extensively with film scores, enhancing Latvian cinema. His work has been recognized and performed both nationally and internationally, solidifying his position in Latvian and Baltic music.
Composed the opera 'Don Son' in 1980
Created the 'Symphony No. 1' in 1979
Composed music for the film 'A Place for the Heart'
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