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Conductor

 

Djansug Kakhidze was a renowned Georgian conductor and composer who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on April 2, 1932, in Tbilisi, Georgia, which was then a part of the Soviet Union. Kakhidze was born into a family of musicians, and his father, Victor Kakhidze, was a well-known composer and conductor in Georgia. Kakhidze began his musical education at an early age, studying piano and composition at the Tbilisi State Conservatory. He later went on to study conducting under the tutelage of Leo Ginzburg, a prominent conductor and teacher. Kakhidze's talent and dedication to music were evident from a young age, and he quickly rose to prominence in the Georgian music scene. In 1956, Kakhidze was appointed as the principal conductor of the Georgian State Symphony Orchestra, a position he held for over 30 years. During his tenure, he led the orchestra in numerous performances and recordings, earning critical acclaim for his interpretations of classical works. Kakhidze was particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Georgian composers, such as Otar Taktakishvili and Giya Kancheli. Kakhidze's career as a conductor took him all over the world, and he conducted many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. He was also a regular guest conductor at the Salzburg Festival and the Edinburgh Festival. In addition to his work as a conductor, Kakhidze was also a prolific composer. He wrote music for a variety of genres, including orchestral works, chamber music, and film scores. His compositions were often inspired by Georgian folk music and culture, and he was known for his use of traditional Georgian instruments in his works. Kakhidze's contributions to the world of classical music were recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1978, he was awarded the title of People's Artist of the USSR, the highest honor for an artist in the Soviet Union. He was also awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labor and the Order of Honor for his contributions to music. One of Kakhidze's most notable performances was his interpretation of Sergei Prokofiev's "Romeo and Juliet" ballet. Kakhidze's version of the ballet was widely regarded as one of the best interpretations of the work, and it earned him international acclaim. He also conducted the premiere of Giya Kancheli's "Symphony No. 4" in 1989, which was dedicated to the victims of the Soviet crackdown on Georgian independence protests. Kakhidze's career was cut short when he passed away on August 23, 2002, at the age of 70. However, his legacy lives on through his recordings, compositions, and the many musicians he inspired throughout his career. He remains one of the most important figures in the history of Georgian classical music, and his contributions to the world of music will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.

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