Kaija Saariaho

Finnish Contemporary Classical Composer

Kaija Saariaho is a renowned Finnish composer known for her work in contemporary classical music. Born on October 14, 1952, in Helsinki, she has established herself as a leading figure in the world of modern composition. Saariaho's music often explores the interplay between electronic and acoustic sounds, and she is recognized for her innovative use of technology in composition. She studied at the Sibelius Academy in Finland before continuing her education at the Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique/Musique (IRCAM) in Paris, where she was deeply influenced by spectral music techniques.