Heino Eller

Heino Eller (7 March 1887 - 16 June 1970) was an Estonian composer and composition teacher.

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7 March - 1887 - 16 June - 1970 - Estonia

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He was born at Tartu.

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Eller formed the Tartu school of composition which gave rise to many composers, including Eduard Tubin.

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Tartu school of composition - Eduard Tubin

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Among his students were:

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• Villem Kapp
• Kaljo Raid
• Boris Kõrver
• Anatoli Garshnek
• Leo Normet
• Valter Ojakäär
• Uno Naissoo
• Arne Oit
• Jaan Rääts
• Heino Jürisalu
• Arvo Pärt
• Alo Põldmäe
• Lepo Sumera

He taught until his death in Tallinn, Estonia.

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