About Rauno Lehtinen
Lived 1932 – 2006 (aged 74). Rauno Lehtinen was a Finnish conductor, composer and chapelmaster.
Rauno Väinämö Lehtinen (7 April 1932 – 1 May 2006) was a Finnish conductor and composer. He composed the 1960s hit "Letkis" which was based on a folk-dance. "Letkis" was recorded in over 92 countries.
Lehtinen, who was born in Tampere, was also the man behind Tom-tom-tom, which was the most successful Finnish participant (6th) in the Eurovision song contest until 2006. The song was performed by Marion Rung in 1973. He was also the composer of the music to the ident of MTV in 1975. He died in Helsinki.
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Who was Rauno Lehtinen?
Finnish musician, composer and conductor (1932–2006)
When was Rauno Lehtinen born?
Rauno Lehtinen was born on 7 April 1932 in Tampere.
When did Rauno Lehtinen die?
Rauno Lehtinen died on 1 May 2006 in Helsinki.
What was Rauno Lehtinen's occupation?
Rauno Lehtinen was a conductor, composer and chapelmaster.
What nationality was Rauno Lehtinen?
Rauno Lehtinen was Finnish.
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