Tikhon Khrennikov was a renowned Russian Soviet composer and pianist, active from 1913 to 2007.
He served as the General Secretary of the Union of Soviet Composers for over four decades, from 1948 to 1991.
Khrennikov was honored with the title of People's Artist of the USSR, recognizing his significant contributions to music.
Biography
Early Life
Tikhon Nikolayevich Khrennikov was born on June 10, 1913, in Russia. He grew up to become a prominent figure in the Soviet music scene, known for his contributions as a composer and pianist. His early exposure to music laid the foundation for a prolific career that would span several decades.
Career
Khrennikov's career took off as he became the General Secretary of the Union of Soviet Composers from 1948 to 1991. He was a versatile composer, creating a wide array of works including three symphonies, four piano concertos, and numerous operas and ballets. His music often reflected the political climate of his time, and he was known for navigating the complexities of Soviet artistic life. Notable albums featuring his compositions include "Песни" and collaborations such as "Schnittke: Gogol Suite / Khrennikov: Love for Love." His works have been performed and recorded extensively, showcasing his significant impact on Russian classical music.
Legacy
Khrennikov passed away on August 14, 2007, leaving behind a rich legacy as one of the leading composers of the Soviet era. His contributions to music were recognized through numerous awards, including the Stalin Prize and the Order of Lenin. His influence continues to be felt in the world of classical music, and he is remembered for both his artistic achievements and his role in shaping the Soviet music landscape.
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Discography
Violin Concertos / Piano Concertos2013
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Britten: Diversions, op. 21 / Khrennikov: Symphony no. 2 in C minor, op. 9 / Orff: Carmina Burana2007
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Knipper: Little Concerto for Violin and Strings in D / Khrennikov: Violin Concerto no. 1, op. 14 / Karayev: Violin Concerto / Rakov: Violin Concerto1998
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Schnittke: Gogol Suite / Khrennikov: Love for Love1996
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Песни1981
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Achievements
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- Lenin Prize
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- Polish Cultural Merit Order
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- Stalin Prize
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- USSR State Prize
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- Order of Lenin
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- Hero of Socialist Labour
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- Order of Honour
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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 Strengthening of Brotherhood in Arms"
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- Medal "Veteran of Labour"
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- Medal "For Valiant Labour in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Jubilee Medal "60 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Jubilee Medal "50 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Medal "In Commemoration of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow"
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- People's Artist of the RSFSR
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- Honored Artist of the RSFSR
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- Jubilee Medal "Forty Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Jubilee Medal "Twenty Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Jubilee Medal "Thirty Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- Medal "In Commemoration of the 800th Anniversary of Moscow"
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- Medal of Friendship
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- Grand Star of People's Friendship
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- Order of Cyril and Methodius
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- Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
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- Stalin Prize, 2nd degree
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- Glinka State Prize of the RSFSR
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- Prize of the President of the Russian Federation
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- Prize of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia
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- UNESCO Mozart Medal
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- Star of People's Friendship
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- Order of Cyril and Methodius, 1st Class
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- Officer of Arts and Letters
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- Medal "For the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"
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- People's Artist of the USSR
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Also known as: Tichon Krennikov, Tihon Hrennikov, Tikhon Khrennikov, Tikhon Nikolayevich Khrennikov, Тихон Николаевич Хренников
Tikhon Nikolayevich Khrennikov was a Russian and Soviet composer, pianist, and General Secretary of the Union of Soviet Composers (1948–1991), who was also known for his political activities. He wrote three symphonies, four piano concertos, two violin concertos, two cello concertos, operas, operettas, ballets, chamber music, incidental music and film music.
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