Role

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Composer Conductor

Country

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Armenia

Birth

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October 13, 1937 in Broudjerd, Iran

Period

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Contemporary

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Orchestral

 

Loris Tjeknavorian is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music. He was born on October 13, 1937, in Borujerd, Iran. His father was a musician, and he grew up in a family that valued music and the arts. Tjeknavorian showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. He later learned to play the violin and the cello. Tjeknavorian's musical talent was evident from an early age, and he was encouraged to pursue a career in music. He studied at the Tehran Conservatory of Music and later at the Vienna Academy of Music. He also studied conducting with Hans Swarowsky and composition with Karl Schiske. Tjeknavorian's career as a conductor began in 1963 when he was appointed as the conductor of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra. He went on to conduct many other orchestras around the world, including the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra. One of Tjeknavorian's most significant achievements as a conductor was his work with the Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra. He was appointed as the orchestra's principal conductor in 1989 and held the position until 1998. During his tenure, he helped to raise the orchestra's profile and reputation, and he conducted many successful performances both in Armenia and abroad. Tjeknavorian is also a prolific composer, and his works have been performed by many orchestras around the world. His compositions include symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and operas. One of his most famous works is the opera "Rostam and Sohrab," which is based on a Persian epic poem. The opera was first performed in Tehran in 1977 and has since been performed in many other countries. Tjeknavorian has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1997, he was awarded the Order of Merit of the Republic of Austria for his contributions to music. He has also received the Aram Khachaturian Medal from the Armenian Ministry of Culture and the Medal of Honor from the President of Armenia. In addition to his work as a conductor and composer, Tjeknavorian is also a respected music educator. He has taught at many institutions around the world, including the Tehran Conservatory of Music, the Vienna Academy of Music, and the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. Tjeknavorian's contributions to the world of music have been significant, and his work has helped to promote classical music in many countries. He continues to be an active musician and composer, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire future generations of musicians.

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