
About Joonas Kokkonen
Joonas Kokkonen (November 21, 1921 – October 1 or 2, 1996) was a Finnish composer. He was born in Iisalmi, Finland, but spent most of his life in Järvenpää at his home, which was known as "Villa Kokkonen". He served in the Finnish army during World War II with great distinction. He received his education at the University of Helsinki, and later at the Sibelius Academy, where he afterwards taught composition; his students there included Aulis Sallinen.
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Symphony No. 4: I. Moderato
…durch einen Spiegel…, "Metamorphoses"
Improvvisazione
Jouluna (At Christmas) / Kuului laulu enkelten (The angels´ song was heard)
Cello Concerto: V. Allegro vivace
Cello Concerto: II. Allegretto
Lux aeterna
Cello Concerto: I. Moderato mosso - Allegro - Cadenza - Allegro vivace
Cello Concerto: III. Adagio
Symphony No. 3: I. Andante sostenuto
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