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Jani Christou (Greek: Γιάννης Χρήστου, Giánnīs Chrī́stou; 8 or 9 January 1926 – 8 January 1970) was a Greek composer.
On January 8th 1970, in a car accident a few kilometers outside Athens, the contemporary music world lost one of its most exciting and provocative talents. Although Jani Christou was only 44 when he died, he was regarded by many as one of the leading composers of his generation.
Jani Christou (1926-1970): Symphony No.1, for mezzo soprano and orchestra in three continuous movements (1949/1950).Part IPart II [13:08]Part III [17:41]Kits...
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- Wellesz Theatre.
May 12, 2013 · Jani Christou (1926-1970): Tongues of Fire, a Pentecost Oratorio for mezzo soprano, baritone, tenor, mixed choir and orchestra (1964).Part IPart II [11:32]Co...
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- Wellesz Theatre.
Early Works. Fantasia for piano (lost?) 1943 1st perf: H. Hickman, Cairo, Oriental Hall, 26th Jan. 1944. Sonata for two pianos (lost?) 1st perf. J. Christou, Gina Bachauer, Alexandria, Cinema Royal, 4th June 1944. Everyone sang a poem for soprano and piano (1944) Prelude and Fugue for two pianos (1944?)
May 12, 2013 · Jani Christou (1926-1970): Phoenix Music, for orchestra (in five continuous movements) (1948/1949). Calmo e profondo, lentamente - Allegro ben ritmato - Con atteggiamento marziale - Mosso ma...
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- Wellesz Theatre.
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Jani Christou (1926–1970) was among the most exciting and provocative figures of the twentieth-century musical avant-garde, introducing a body of work of rigorous consistency that integrates philosophical aspects and notions.
