Sotnikov, Tikhon Ivanovich
(1901–1975)
Sotnikov [Sótneekuhff], Tikhon Ivanovich (9–23/10–6–1901, Voronezh; 3–16–1975, Rostov-on-Don). Pedagogue and comp. Grad. 1927 from the Rostov-on-Don Cons., where he studied with N. Kheifets and Gnesin. Also attended the M. Cons. (1936–41), working with Sposobin and Yevseyev. Taught at the Rostov-on-Don Mus. Sch. from 1936–59 and collected folk music of the Don Cossacks. Works: Sort by:DefaultTitleDateAscendingDescending op.: Kolobok (1935/50), Russian Character (1961); cant.: Bylina About Don…