Milko Kelemen facts for kids
Milko Kelemen (born March 30, 1924 – died March 8, 2018) was a famous Croatian composer. He was born in a town called Slatina, in Croatia. Kelemen created an important international festival for new music. He also worked with electronic music in Germany.
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Milko Kelemen: A Croatian Composer
Milko Kelemen was a very talented composer from Croatia. He lived a long life, passing away at 93 years old in Stuttgart, Germany. His work helped shape modern music.
Starting a Music Festival
Milko Kelemen is well-known for starting the Music Biennale Zagreb. This was a big international festival for contemporary music. Contemporary music means new music, often different from older styles. Kelemen was the leader, or president, of this festival for many years. He led it from 1961 to 1979. This festival helped many new composers share their work.
Exploring Electronic Music
Kelemen was also interested in electronic music. He worked at the Electronic Siemens Studio in Munich, Germany. This studio was a place where artists could create music using electronic sounds and machines. Later, he was invited to Berlin as a "Composer in Residence." This means he was a special guest composer. He would live and work there for a time, creating new pieces.
His Lasting Impact
Milko Kelemen left an important mark on the world of music. He helped new music grow in Croatia and beyond. His festival gave a stage to many artists. His own compositions explored new sounds. He is remembered as a key figure in 20th-century music.
