About Kalervo Tuukkanen
Lived 1909 – 1979 (aged 69). Kalervo Tuukkanen was a Finnish composer and choir director.
Kalervo Tuukkanen (14 October 1909 – 12 July 1979) was a Finnish composer. He was born in Mikkeli and died in Helsinki. In 1948 he won a silver medal in the art competitions of the Olympic Games for his Karhunpyynti ("Bear Hunt").
His output consist of six symphonies and several other works.
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Who was Kalervo Tuukkanen?
Finnish composer (1909–1979)
When was Kalervo Tuukkanen born?
Kalervo Tuukkanen was born on 14 October 1909 in Mikkeli.
When did Kalervo Tuukkanen die?
Kalervo Tuukkanen died on 12 July 1979 in Helsinki.
What was Kalervo Tuukkanen's occupation?
Kalervo Tuukkanen was a composer and choir director.
What nationality was Kalervo Tuukkanen?
Kalervo Tuukkanen was Finnish.
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