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Iofan Yeletskyh was a Ukrainian composer who lived from 1903 to 1960. He was born in the city of Kharkiv, which was then part of the Russian Empire. Yeletskyh showed an early interest in music and began studying piano and composition at a young age. He went on to study at the Kharkiv Conservatory, where he was mentored by the composer Reinhold Glière. After completing his studies, Yeletskyh began working as a composer and music teacher. He taught at several schools and conservatories in Ukraine, including the Kharkiv Conservatory and the Kiev Conservatory. He also worked as a conductor, leading orchestras in Kharkiv and Kiev. Yeletskyh's music was influenced by a variety of styles and traditions. He was particularly interested in Ukrainian folk music, and incorporated elements of it into many of his compositions. He also drew inspiration from Russian classical music, as well as from contemporary Western European composers such as Stravinsky and Bartók. One of Yeletskyh's most famous works is his Symphony No. 1, which he composed in 1935. The symphony is notable for its use of Ukrainian folk melodies and rhythms, as well as for its modernist harmonies and orchestration. The work was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and helped establish Yeletskyh as one of Ukraine's leading composers. In addition to his symphonies, Yeletskyh composed a variety of other works, including chamber music, choral music, and operas. One of his most popular chamber works is his String Quartet No. 1, which he composed in 1940. The quartet is known for its lyrical melodies and intricate harmonies, and has been performed by many ensembles around the world. Yeletskyh's operas were also well-regarded. His most famous opera is his 1952 work "Taras Bulba," which is based on the novel by Nikolai Gogol. The opera tells the story of a Ukrainian Cossack leader who fights against Polish oppression in the 16th century. The work is notable for its use of Ukrainian folk music and its dramatic portrayal of the struggles of the Ukrainian people. Throughout his career, Yeletskyh remained committed to promoting Ukrainian culture and music. He was a member of the Union of Ukrainian Composers, and worked to support young composers and musicians in Ukraine. He also wrote extensively about Ukrainian music and culture, publishing articles and essays in various journals and newspapers. Yeletskyh's life and career were cut short by his untimely death in 1960. However, his legacy lives on through his music and his contributions to Ukrainian culture. Today, he is remembered as one of Ukraine's most important composers, and his works continue to be performed and studied by musicians around the world.

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