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Xian Xinghai

Chinese composer (1905-1945) · Musicians · Died at 40

Xian Xinghai or Sinn Sing Hoi was a Chinese composer. He was among the first composers in his country to draw on western classical music and has influenced many later Chinese musicians.

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About this person

Xian composed in the major musical forms, and is best known for the Yellow River Cantata upon which the Yellow River Piano Concerto is based.

Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1905 to 1945 · aged 40