August Topman

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August Topman (10 July 1882 Lõpemetsa – 8 September 1968 Tallinn) was an Estonian composer, organist, conductor.[1]

1904–1919, he was organist in St. John's Church.[1]

He was one of the founders of Tallinn Higher Music School (established in 1919). 1923–1950, he was teacher of music theory and organ at Tallinn Higher Music School.[1]

1944–1949, he was a member of Estonian Composers' Union.[1]

In 1957, he was given the honorary title: Estonian SSR Honoured Worker in Arts.[1]

Works[edit]

  • "In the Evening" (variations for piano, 1911)
  • "Requiem" (1932)

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e "Topman, August | Estonian Music Information Centre". www.emic.ee. Retrieved 19 March 2021.