Talivaldis Kenins

Talivaldis Kenins was a Latvian-Canadian composer known for blending European modernist techniques with lyrical and expressive elements in his music. Born in 1919 in Latvia, he studied in France before emigrating to Canada after World War II. Kenins became a major force in Canadian classical music, both as a composer and educator, teaching for many years at the University of Toronto. His extensive catalog includes symphonies, chamber works, and concertos, with a distinctive voice that bridges the traditions of European classical music and 20th-century innovation.

Kenins' music is marked by rich textures, rhythmic vitality, and a strong sense of form. He composed eight symphonies and numerous chamber and solo works, earning recognition both in Canada and internationally. Today, his music continues to be celebrated for its depth and craftsmanship, gaining renewed attention through recordings and performances of his symphonic and chamber repertoire.

Genres

Experimental

Classical

Avant-garde

Contemporary Classical

Chamber Music

Orchestral Music

Symphonic Music

Latest Release

Ķeniņš: Symphonies Nos. 2, 3 & 7

Talivaldis Kenins•

Latvian National Symphony Orchestra•

Andris Poga

Album - 10 Tracks - Released September 2, 2022