Alan Hovhaness Quotes

Alan Hovhaness

Alan Hovhaness was an Armenian-American composer and mystic, known for his very large catalogue of works, consisting of over 400 works including 67 symphonies, concerti, and other forms of orchestral and choral works. He was born in 1911 in Massachusetts to an Armenian-American couple, and his compositional style heavily blended Armenian and other Middle Eastern traditional music with his interest in American jazz and Hindustani music, creating a unique and remarkable sound. Over the course of his career, he received numerous awards and accolades from conservatories, academic and music organizations, which enabled him to further his influence on the world. He died in 2000, leaving behind a powerful legacy as one of the most intriguing and influential composers of the 20th century.

Source: OpenAi

Comments

Authentication required

You must log in to post a comment.

Log in

There are no comments yet.