Dmitri Shostakovich
1958
One of the most significant Russian composers of the Soviet era, Dmitri Shostakovich mastered a particular blend of traditional and modern musical techniques and schools of thought.
Born 25 September 1906 in St Petersburg, Russia
Died 9 August 1975 in Moscow, the Soviet Union
Studied in St. Petersburg
Teacher at Leningrad Conservatory,
Professor at Moscow Conservatory,
also worked as pianist
Honours and Recognitions
People’s Artist of the USSR
Member at Supreme Soviet of the USSR,
academies in several countries
Honorary Doctorate at Oxford University
Works
- fifteen symphonies
- two operas
- ballets
- two piano concertos
- two violin concertos
- two cello concertos
- fifteen string quartets and other chamber music
- piano and vocal works
- Numerous State Awards, Lenin Prize 1958
