About Aleksander Maaker
Lived 1890 – 1968 (aged 77). Aleksander Maaker was an Estonian musician and folk musician, known for Bagpipe.
Aleksander Maaker ( in Muda, Hiiumaa – 28 January 1968), nicknamed Torupilli-Sass was a folk musician, a player of the traditional torupill, the Estonian bagpipe. Maaker was from the Estonian island of Hiiumaa. At the time of his death, the only other torupill player was the revivalist Olev Roomet, at the time a choir member, though other revivalist such as Ants Taul took up the instrument and its construction beginning in the 1970s.
Aleksander Maaker learned bagpipe playing from his uncle Juhan Maaker (1845–1930) (Torupilli-Juss)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Aleksander Maaker?
Estonian folk musician (1890–1968)
When was Aleksander Maaker born?
Aleksander Maaker was born on 20 October 1890 in Hiiumaa.
When did Aleksander Maaker die?
Aleksander Maaker died on 28 January 1968.
What was Aleksander Maaker's occupation?
Aleksander Maaker was a musician and folk musician.
What was Aleksander Maaker known for?
Aleksander Maaker was known for Bagpipe.
What nationality was Aleksander Maaker?
Aleksander Maaker was Estonian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Aleksander Maaker
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