Matsudaira, Yoritsune 1907 - 2001
Author: Hirano, Takatoshi
Last updated：April 20, 2018
Author: Hirano, Takatoshi
Author : Sudoh, Eiko
Last Updated: January 1, 2007
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Born in Tokyo as the eldest son of Viscount Yorihisa Matsudaira, a descendant of the Tokugawa family. While studying French literature at Keio University, he decided to pursue a career in music after attending a series of concerts by the French pianist Gille-Marchex. He received initial instruction in composition from Werckmeister and Kosuke Komatsu, but thereafter was largely self-taught. In 1930, he formed the "Shin Kō Sakkyokuka Renmei" (New Composers' League) with Yasuji Kiyose, Akiyoshi Mitsukuri, and others, aiming for original creation that broke away from Western imitation. In 1946, he formed the "Shin Sakkyokuha Kyokai" (New Composition School Association) with Yasuji Kiyose, Fumio Hayasaka, and others. From around this time, he established his unique compositional style, combining Gagaku (Japanese court music) and twelve-tone technique. In 1952, his "Theme and Variations on 'Etenraku' for Piano and Orchestra" won an award at an international competition, leading to his international recognition. His compositional approach, which combined Japanese and Western elements while responding to cutting-edge Western movements, can be said to have played a significant role in making the existence of the Japanese contemporary music scene known to the world. After serving as a professor at Ueno Gakuen University and chairman of the Japan Society for Contemporary Music, he passed away at the age of 94 due to illness. He received the Medal with Purple Ribbon and the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, and was designated a Person of Cultural Merit. His eldest son, Yori-aki, is also a composer.
Author : Hirano, Takatoshi
Last Updated: April 20, 2018
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Author : Hirano, Takatoshi
Works(34)
Concerto (2)
concerto (2)
Works with orchestral accompaniment (5)
Piano Solo (9)
pieces (3)
for children (3)
prelude (5)
variation (2)
Various works (8)
Piano Ensemble (2)