Zhivotov, Aleksey Semyonovich
(1904–1964)
Zhivotov [Zhívuhtuhff], Aleksey Semyonovich (11–1/14–1904, Kazan; 8–27–1964, L.). Grad. 1930 from the L. Cons., where he studied with M. Chernov and V. Shcherbachyov . Held teaching positions and was a member of the L. Composers' Union (1941–44, 1948–64). Is best known for his song cycles. Works: Sort by:DefaultTitleDateAscendingDescending The Year 1919 (op.); West (cho., orch, 1932); orch: Sketches for Nonet, Op. 2 (D1530), Suite (1927), Dance Suite (1935, M), Elegy in Mem. of Kirov (1935)…