Alan Hovhaness was an American composer of Armenian and Scottish descent, renowned for his prolific output and the eclectic nature of his music, which often drew upon his Armenian heritage as well as influences from Eastern music, classical Western forms, and American experimental traditions. Born on March 8, 1911, in Somerville, Massachusetts, Hovhaness's career spanned much of the 20th century, with him composing o
... MoreAlan Hovhaness was an American composer of Armenian and Scottish descent, renowned for his prolific output and the eclectic nature of his music, which often drew upon his Armenian heritage as well as influences from Eastern music, classical Western forms, and American experimental traditions. Born on March 8, 1911, in Somerville, Massachusetts, Hovhaness's career spanned much of the 20th century, with him composing over 500 works including symphonies, concertos, operas, chamber music, and choral pieces.
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