İstemihan Taviloğlu

Turkish composer and educator

İstemihan Taviloğlu - Turkish composer and educator
Born

1945
80 years ago

Died

March 17th, 2006
18 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Turkey

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A prominent figure in Turkish classical music, contributed significantly to the development of a national style. Worked as a professor of music and composed various orchestral pieces, chamber works, and vocal music. Promoted Turkish folk music and integrated it into classical compositions. Held the position of chairman of the Turkish Musicians' Union, advocating for musicians' rights and education in music. His compositions remain a cornerstone in the study of Turkish music.

Composed a significant body of orchestral work

Promoted Turkish folk music in classical settings

Served as chairman of the Turkish Musicians' Union

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