Toivo Tulev
Toivo Tulev (born July 18, 1958 in Tallinn ) is an Estonian composer .
Study and job
Toivo Tulev graduated from Tallinn Conservatory in 1990 with Eino Tamberg . In 1991 he studied with Sven-David Sandström at the Royal Academy of Music in Stockholm and in 1996 at the University of Music and Dance in Cologne . Since autumn 2005 Tulev has headed the composition department at the Estonian Academy of Music and Drama in Tallinn . Since 1992 he has been a member of the Estonian Composers' Union ( Eesti Heliloojate Liit ).
Compositional work (selection)
Toivo Tulev's compositions are strongly influenced by early music and Gregorian influences . The expressionistic and sacred sound are essential features of his sound creations.
- Hommage to the Setting Sun for chamber ensemble (1993)
- Quella Sera for chamber orchestra (1996)
- Opus 21 for chamber orchestra (1996)
- Concerto for violin and orchestra (2002)
- Don't Call Him Too Early (2002)
- Cruz (ballet, 2002)
- Swing low (2003)
- Future Continuous for symphony orchestra (2008)
Awards
In 2001 and 2003 Tulev received the annual composition award from the Estonian state foundation Eesti Kultuurkapital . In 2006 he was awarded the annual prize of the Estonian Music Council ( Eesti Muusikanõukogu aastapreemia ).
Private life
Toivo Tulev has been working with the Estonian music therapist Juta Tulev, b. Lagus (* 1956) married. The couple have five children.
Web links
- CV, works, music examples ( Eesti Muusika Infokeskus )
Individual evidence
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Tulev, Toivo |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Estonian composer |
| DATE OF BIRTH | July 18, 1958 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Tallinn |