Raimo Kangro

Raimo Kangro (21 September 1949 in Tartu – 4 February 2001 in Ruila, Harju County) was an Estonian composer. He composed mainly instrumental works and operas.[1]

In 1968 he graduated from Tallinn State Conservatory in composition speciality.[1]

1989–2001 he taught at Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre.[1]

1993–2000 he was the director of Estonian Music Foundation.[1]

Since 1973 he was a member of Estonian Composers' Union.[1]

He died in 2001. He is buried at Tallinn Forest Cemetery.[1]

Personal life

His wife was Leelo Tungal. His daughters were Kirke and Maarja Kangro.[1]

Works
  • 1980: rock opera "Põhjaneitsi" ('The Maiden of the North')

References
  1. "Kangro, Raimo | Estonian Music Information Centre". www.emic.ee. Retrieved 15 February 2021.
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