Borisov, Valentin Tikhonovich
(*1901)
Borisov [Baréesuhff], Valentin Tikhonovich (6–7/20–1901, Bogodukhov, Kharkov distr.). Grad. 1927 from the Kharkov Mus.-Dramatic Institute, where he studied with S. Bogatyryov. Was one of the organizers of the Assoc. of Proletarian Musicians (RAPM, see Bely) of the Ukraine. Joined the faculty of the Kharkov Cons. in 1944 and served as its director from 1944–48. In 1973 became head of the comp. dept. of the Kharkov Institute of Arts. Is one of the composers of the Ukrainian anthem. W: Sort…