Dmitry Shostakovich


Birthday: September 25, 1906

Considered one of the most important composers of the 20th century, versatile Dmitry Shostakovich's involvement with film began in the early '20s while he was enrolled at the Leningrad Conservatory. When not studying, he earned money accompanying silent films on the piano. Though best known for his various orchestral works, choral pieces, and operas, Shostakovich also composed around 35 ...more
  • 1961
  • Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Scie
  • Best Musical Score
  • Khovanshchina
  • nom


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