Uno Naissoo | |
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Born | Viljandi, Estonia | 25 March 1928
Died | 5 January 1980 Tallinn, Estonia | (aged 51)
Genres | Jazz |
Occupation(s) | Composer, musician |
Uno Naissoo (born 25 March 1928, Viljandi – 5 January 1980, Tallinn) was an Estonian composer[1] and jazz musician.[2]
In 1952, he graduated from Tallinn State Conservatory.[2] Naissoo then taught music theory subjects at Georg Ots Tallinn Music School from 1952 to 1980.[2]
He has also directed several ensembles, including Swing Club (1947–1957), Rütmikud (1948–1950).[2] Naissoo has been a member of Estonian Composers' Union since 1954.[2]
His son is pianist and composer Tõnu Naissoo.[2]