Birthdate: June 6, 1903
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Tbilisi, Georgia
Died: May 1, 1978
Aram Khachaturian, a Soviet Armenian composer and conductor, was renowned for his vibrant harmonies, captivating rhythms, and luscious melodies. He studied at the Moscow Conservatory and achieved fame through compositions such as the Piano Concerto, Violin Concerto, and Cello Concerto. His repertoire includes symphonies, film scores, and iconic ballet music like Gayane and Spartacus. Despite facing political obstacles, Khachaturian held prominent roles in the Union of Soviet Composers and gained global acclaim through performances and education. His incorporation of Armenian and other folk music into his pieces established him as a prominent figure in the 20th-century music world.
See more:
- Iqbal Bano(Pakistani Ghazal Singer Best Remembered for Her Classical Thumris and Semi-Classical Ghazal Songs)
- Zach Klein(Entrepreneur)
- Philip Astley(British Equestrian)
- Edmund Beecher Wilson(American Zoologist and Geneticist Known for His Researches in Embryology and Cytology)
- Katarina Witt(German Former Figure Skater)
