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Grigory Andreevich Lishin

1854 – 1888

Russian poet, theatre critic and composer

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Lived 1854 – 1888 (aged 34). Grigory Andreevich Lishin was a Russian composer, poet, music critic, theatre critic, translator and writer.

Grigory Andreevich Lishin (Лишин, Григорий Андреевич St Petersburg, 23 April 1854 - 15 June 1888) was a poet, theatre critic and composer from the Russian Empire. He composed two operas after texts of Pushkin: Graf Nulin (after Count Nulin) and Tsigane (after The Gypsies), but was mainly known for his songs.

Selected recordings The song "Она хохотала" (She laughed) was recorded by Chaliapin and later by Raffaele Arie.

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Important facts

Born
23 April 1854, Saint Petersburg
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 June 1888, Saint Petersburg
Occupation
Composer, poet, music critic, theatre critic, translator, writer
Nationality
Russian Empire
Education
Imperial School of Jurisprudence
Also known as
Grigory Lishin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Grigory Andreevich Lishin?

Russian poet, theatre critic and composer

When was Grigory Andreevich Lishin born?

Grigory Andreevich Lishin was born on 23 April 1854 in Saint Petersburg.

When did Grigory Andreevich Lishin die?

Grigory Andreevich Lishin died on 15 June 1888 in Saint Petersburg.

What was Grigory Andreevich Lishin's occupation?

Grigory Andreevich Lishin was a composer, poet, music critic, theatre critic, translator and writer.

What nationality was Grigory Andreevich Lishin?

Grigory Andreevich Lishin was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Grigory Andreevich Lishin

· Wikidata: Q16062725

· DBpedia: Grigory Lishin

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