Raimo Kangro
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Raimo Kangro (21 September 1949 Tartu – 4 February 2001 Ruila, Harju County) was an Estonian composer. He composed mainly instrumental works and operas.[1]
In 1968 he graduated from Tallinn State Conservatory in composition speciality.[1]
1989-2001 he taught at Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre.[1]
1993-2000 he was the director of Estonian Music Foundation.[1]
Since 1973 he was a member of Estonian Composers' Union.[1]
He died in 2001. He is buried at Tallinn Forest Cemetery.[1]
Personal life[]
His wife was Leelo Tungal. His daughters were Kirke and Maarja Kangro.[1]
Works[]
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- 1980: rock opera "Põhjaneitsi" ('The Maiden of the North')
References[]
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f g "Kangro, Raimo | Estonian Music Information Centre". www.emic.ee. Retrieved 15 February 2021.
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- 1949 births
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- Recipients of the Order of the White Star, 4th Class
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- Burials at Metsakalmistu