Heinz Holliger | |
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| Born | 21 May 1939 (age 85) Langenthal, Switzerland |
| Education | Conservatory of Bern |
| Occupation(s) | Composer, oboist, and conductor |
Heinz Robert Holliger (born 21 May 1939) is a Swiss composer, virtuoso oboist,[1] and conductor. Celebrated for his versatility and technique, Holliger is among the most prominent oboists of his generation.[1] His repertoire includes Baroque and Classical pieces, but he has regularly engaged in lesser known pieces of Romantic music, as well as his own compositions.[1] He often performed contemporary works with his wife, the harpist Ursula Holliger. Many composers have written works for him, including Messiaen, Berio, Carter, Henze, Krenek, Lutosławski, Martin, Penderecki, Stockhausen and Yun. A noted composer himself, Hollinger has written works such as the opera Schneewittchen (1998).
- ^ a b c Burgess 2001, "(ii) Repertory and performers.".