Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov was a prominent Soviet composer and choir conductor from 1883 to 1946.
He is best known for composing the music for the State Anthem of the Soviet Union, which later became the National Anthem of Russia.
Alexandrov was honored with the title of People's Artist of the USSR for his significant contributions to music.
Biography
Early Life
Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov was born on April 13, 1883, in the Soviet Union. He was a talented musician from a young age, eventually studying composition under the guidance of the renowned composer Nikolai Medtner. His education took him to both Saint Petersburg and Moscow, where he honed his skills and developed a deep passion for music.
Career
Alexandrov's career flourished as he became a professor at the Moscow Conservatory in 1918. He also served as the choirmaster at Christ the Savior Cathedral from 1918 to 1922. His most notable achievement was founding the Alexandrov Ensemble, a choir that gained significant acclaim and even performed at the Universal Exposition of 1937 in Paris. Alexandrov's music was deeply intertwined with the Soviet state; he composed the music for the State Anthem of the Soviet Union, which was officially adopted on January 1, 1944. This anthem later became the National Anthem of the Russian Federation in 2000.
Legacy
Throughout his life, Alexandrov received numerous accolades for his contributions to music, including the title of People's Artist of the USSR and multiple Stalin Prizes. His works, such as "The Sacred War" and the official march of the Soviet Armed Forces, remain significant in Russian cultural history. Alexandrov passed away on July 8, 1946, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to influence Russian music today.
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Achievements
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- State Stalin Prize, 1st degree
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- Medal "For the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Order of Lenin
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- Order of the Red Star
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- People's Artist of the USSR
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- Order of the Red Banner of Labour
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- Medal "For the Defence of Moscow"
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- Medal "For Valiant Labour in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Honored Artist of the RSFSR
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- Order of the White Lion
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- Stalin Prize
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- Honorary Railwayman
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Played together with
- Alexander MolostovАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова
- А. КлещенкоАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова
- Александр КрузеАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова · lead vocals
- Алексей СергеевАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова · 1950–1984 · lead vocals
- Алексей СкачковАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова · lead vocals
- Б. ПогребовАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова
- Б. СластнойАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова
Борис АлександровАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова · 1946–1987- Борис ЖайворонокАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова · lead vocals
- Вадим Петрович АнаньевАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова · 1987 · tenor vocals
- Валерий ГавваАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова
- Василий ПанковАкадемический ансамбль песни и пляски Российской Армии имени А. В. Александрова
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: A.V. Aleksandrov, Alexander Alexandrov, Alexander Alexandrow, Alexander Vasil'yevich Alexandrov, Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov, Alexander Wassiljewitsch Alexandrow
Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov was a Soviet and Russian composer and founder of the Alexandrov Ensemble, who wrote the music for the State Anthem of the Soviet Union, which in 2000 became the National Anthem of the Russian Federation. During his career, he also worked as a professor of the Moscow Conservatory, and became a Doctor of Arts. His work was recognized by the awards of the title of People's Artist of the USSR and two Stalin Prizes.
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