- Language
- Japanese
- Gender
- Male
- Date of birth
- 1906-09-25
- Date of death
- 1975-08-09
- Hometown
- Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Years active
- 1915, 1975
Dmitri Shostakovich
Дмитрий Шостакович
A Russian composer of the Soviet period and one of the most celebrated composers of the 20th century. Shostakovich achieved fame in the Soviet Union under the patronage of Leon Trotsky's chief of staff Mikhail Tukhachevsky, but later had a complex and difficult relationship with the Stalinist bureaucracy. His music was officially denounced twice, in 1936 and 1948, and was periodically banned. Yet he also received accolades and state awards and served in the Supreme Soviet of the Russian SFSR.
Despite the official controversy, his works were popular and well received. Some of his best works include his "Symphony No. 1 in F minor", "Symphony No. 5 in D minor", "Symphony No. 7 in C major, 'Leningrad' ", "String Quartet No. 8 in C minor", "Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-flat major", "Piano Concerto No. 2 in F major", "Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor" and the opera "Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk".
Career timeline
1
1
19882006
Works
Frequently asked questions
What is Dmitri Shostakovich's name in other languages?
Dmitri Shostakovich is also known as Дмитрий Шостакович.
When is Dmitri Shostakovich's birthday?
Dmitri Shostakovich was born on September 25, 1906.
How old is Dmitri Shostakovich?
Dmitri Shostakovich is 68 years old.
When did Dmitri Shostakovich die?
Dmitri Shostakovich passed away on August 9, 1975.
What is Dmitri Shostakovich's gender?
Dmitri Shostakovich is male.
What language does Dmitri Shostakovich voice in?
Dmitri Shostakovich performs in Japanese.
Where is Dmitri Shostakovich from?
Dmitri Shostakovich is from Saint Petersburg, Russia.