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Artūrs Maskats

b. 1957

Latvian composer (born 1957)

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About Artūrs Maskats

Born 1957. Artūrs Maskats is a Russian and Latvian composer and musician.

Arturs Maskats (born 20 December 1957 in Valmiera) is a Latvian composer and since 1996 artistic director of the Latvian National Opera. His orchestral composition, Tango, received international exposure as one of the finalist works of the third Masterprize International Composing Competition in 2003. It was also played at the 2022 Summer Night Concert Schönbrunn by the Vienna Philharmonic under Andris Nelsons in Vienna, Austria.

Works Tango for orchestra Opera Valentina

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music
Awards
Grand Music Award

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Artūrs Maskats?

Latvian composer (born 1957)

When was Artūrs Maskats born?

Artūrs Maskats was born on 20 December 1957 in Valmiera.

What is Artūrs Maskats's occupation?

Artūrs Maskats is a composer and musician.

What nationality is Artūrs Maskats?

Artūrs Maskats is Russian and Latvian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Artūrs Maskats

· Wikidata: Q15430519

· DBpedia: Arturs Maskats

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