Quote by: Alfred Schnittke

I am not facing the problem of emigration. I want my music to be acknowledged here first of all, in this country: after that, we shall see - perhaps the question will than become urgent.


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Author Bio


  • NameAlfred Schnittke
  • DescriptionSoviet composer
  • BornNovember 24, 1934
  • DiedAugust 3, 1998
  • CountrySoviet Union; Germany
  • ProfessionComposer; Pianist; Music Educator
  • Works; ; Symphony No. 9
  • AwardsGrand Cross Of The Order Of Merit Of The Federal Republic Of Germany With Star; ; Praemium Imperiale