Short bio Alexander Knaifel
Full biography Alexander Knaifel
Alexander Knaifel is a Russian composer who was born on November 28, 1943, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. He is known for his unique and diverse compositions that span various genres, including opera, chamber music, and symphonies. Knaifel has written more than 80 compositions throughout his career.
Knaifel's music often incorporates religious themes and motifs, and his work has been described as both haunting and spiritual. He has collaborated with various performers and artists, including cellist Mstislav Rostropovich, and his music has been performed around the world.
Knaifel has released several albums, including "Lukomoriye," "Blazhenstva," and "Svete Tikhiy." His work has been published by ECM Records and Megadisc Classics.
In addition to his work as a composer, Knaifel has also worked as a music teacher and professor. He has been recognized with several awards throughout his career, including the State Prize of Russia and the Order of Merit for the Fatherland.
Overall, Alexander Knaifel is an accomplished composer whose unique style and diverse range of compositions have earned him recognition both in Russia and around the world.
Albums featuring Alexander Knaifel
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Lukomoriye(CD, Album) | 2018 | ECM Records |
| 2 |  |
Hortus Musicus - Knaifel, Tüür, Vähi, Pärt, Silvestrov, Kancheli – Early Music Of 3rd Millennium(CD, Album) | 2011 | Estonian Record Productions |
| 3 |  |
Blazhenstva(CD, Album) | 2008 | ECM Records |
| 4 |  |
Amicta Sole(CD, Album) | 2005 | ECM Records |
| 5 |  |
Agnus Dei(2×CD, Stereo) | 2004 | Megadisc |
| 6 |  |
Svete Tikhiy(CD, Album) | 2002 | ECM Records |
| 7 |  |
Alexander Knaifel, Oleg Malov - Tatjana Milentieva – A Silly Horse(CD, Album) | 1997 | Megadisc Classics |
| 8 |  |
Alexander Knaifel - Oleg Malov – Scarry March(CD, ) | 1996 | Megadisc Classics |
| 9 |  |
Alexander Knaifel - Mstislav Rostropovich – Make Me Drunk With Your Kisses - Sampler(CD, Single, Promo, Sampler) | 1996 | TELDEC |
| 10 |  |
Alexander Knaifel - Mstislav Rostropovich – Make Me Drunk With Your Kisses(CD, Album) | 1995 | Teldec |
| 11 |  |
Knaifel - Stanislav Souleimanov, Mikhail Yurovski – The Canterville Ghost (Opera After Oscar Wilde) | 1993 | Le Chant Du Monde |
| 12 |  |
Ivan Monighetti - Penderecki, Dutilleux, Xenakis, Lutoslawski, Knaifel, Goubaidoulina, Ali-Zade – Œuvres Du XXe Siècle Pour Violoncelle Seul = 20th Century Works For Unaccompanied Violoncello(CD, Album) | 1991 | Le Chant Du Monde |
| 13 |  |
Александр Кнайфель, Вадим Левин – Глупая Лошадь(2×LP, Album) | 1988 | Мелодия |
| 14 |  |
Gourilev, Glinka, Dargomyjski, Moussorgski, Tchaïkovski, Stravinski, Prokofiev, Roslavetz, Chostakovitch, Firsova, Denissov, Knaifel | Elena Vassilieva, Jacques Schab – Anthologie De La Mélodie Russe Et Soviétique(2×CD, ) | - | Le Chant Du Monde |
Videos featuring Alexander Knaifel
Knaifel - The Canterville Ghost Brilliant Classics CD 9295
Knaifel - The Canterville Ghost
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Tatyana Monogarova (Sopraan), Stanislav Sulejmanov (Bas) | Moscow Forum Theatre Orchestra (Michail Jurowski)
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Alexander Knaifel – Lukomoriye – Bliss
Alexander Knaifel
Lukomoriye
Oleg Malov Piano
Tatiana Melentieva Soprano
Piotr Migunov Bass
Lege Artis Choir
Boris Abalian Conductor
Bliss – From a poem by Alexander Pushkin
Oleg Malov Piano
Tatiana Melentieva Soprano
+++++ CD / LP /
A Silly Horse: IV. A Silly Horse
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A Silly Horse: IV. A Silly Horse · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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Knaifel: Lukomoriye
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group North America
Knaifel: Lukomoriye · Oleg Malov · Piotr Migunov · Tatiana Melentieva
Knaifel: Lukomoriye
℗ ℗ 2018 ECM Records GmbH under exclusive license to Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin
Released
A Silly Horse: VII. A Night's Tale
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A Silly Horse: VII. A Night's Tale · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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Knaifel: Confession
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group North America
Knaifel: Confession · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: Lukomoriye
℗ ℗ 2018 ECM Records GmbH under exclusive license to Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin
Released on: 2018-04-20
Recording Engineer: Vi
A Silly Horse: I. The Chest
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A Silly Horse: I. The Chest · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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Knaifel: O Lord Of All My Life
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Knaifel: O Lord Of All My Life · Piotr Migunov · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: Lukomoriye
℗ ℗ 2018 ECM Records GmbH under exclusive license to Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin
Released on: 2018-04
A Silly Horse: VI. Jo More
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A Silly Horse: VI. Jo More · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: III. A Green Tale
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A Silly Horse: III. A Green Tale · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: I. A Simple Test
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A Silly Horse: I. A Simple Test · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: IV. Getting Acquainted
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A Silly Horse: IV. Getting Acquainted · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: V. Mr. Grundy
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A Silly Horse: V. Mr. Grundy · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: III. Wickie-Wackie-Wookie
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A Silly Horse: III. Wickie-Wackie-Wookie · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: VI. A Conversation Which Took Place Between Professors John Dill and Claude Gilly
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A Silly Horse: VI. A Conversation Which Took Place Between Professors John Dill and Claude Gilly · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released
A Silly Horse: VII. A Sad Song About an Elephant
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A Silly Horse: VII. A Sad Song About an Elephant · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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">A Silly Horse: V. A Winter's Tale - "A Lullaby"
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A Silly Horse: V. A Winter's Tale - "A Lullaby" · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: VII. A Short Song of Much Rain
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A Silly Horse: VII. A Short Song of Much Rain · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: V. Bull Calf
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A Silly Horse: V. Bull Calf · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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A Silly Horse: II. Mr. Croaky
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A Silly Horse: II. Mr. Croaky · Alexander Knaifel · Tatjana Milentieva · Oleg Malov
Knaifel: A Silly Horse
℗ 1997 Megadisc
Released on: 1997-06-02
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