Russian composer Sofia Gubaidulina died at the age of 93

Russian composer Sofia Gubaidulina died at the age of 93

The world of classical music has suffered a significant loss: the outstanding Russian composer Sofia Gubaidulina died at the age of 93. As The Krone , it was one of the most influential composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. Gubaidulina, who studied composition and piano in Kazan, had to experience in the 1960s and 1970s that their works were banned in the Soviet Union because they did not meet the strict requirements of socialist realism. She has lived in Germany since 1991, where she led an artistically fulfilled life.

The grief for the talented composer follows the echo of her remarkable career. Gubaidulina became known, among other things, through music for the popular Soviet cartoon “Mowgli” and the film “Stobstere”, in which Christina Orbakaite played the leading role. According to News-Pravda she also wrote significant compositions for films such as "killing a holy deer", which was awarded at the Cannes Festival for the best script. Her excellent work has been recognized several times, and in 2022 she was nominated for the "best contemporary classic composition" at the Grammys.

a lasting inheritance

Sofia Gubaidulina not only leaves its compositions, which inspired many artists, but also an impressive legacy that will shape the world of classical music forever. It was only in 2018 she was appointed to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which awards the Oscars annually. Her death is perceived as a big loss for the music world. However, the memories of their extraordinary works will continue to live and touch future generations of music lovers and creators.