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Joonas Kokkonen

Joonas Kokkonen (1921–1996) was a Finnish composer, pedagogue and musicologist.

Overview

Born at Iisalmi in 1921, died at Järvenpää in 1996.

In detail

Joonas Kokkonen studied at University of Helsinki. training under Selim Palmgren and Ilmari Hannikainen is recorded. Aulis Sallinen, Paavo Heininen and Mikko Heiniö are recorded as having studied under Joonas Kokkonen. the recorded working language is Finnish.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are opera, symphony, chamber music and religious music.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Helsinki. Employment is recorded with Sibelius Academy.

Distinctions recorded are Wihuri Sibelius Prize, Commander First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland, Commander First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland and Medal of Liberty, 2nd Class.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Joonas Kokkonen”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q651112: Joonas Kokkonen

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