Andria Balanchivadze

Full biography Andria Balanchivadze

Andria Balanchivadze was a Georgian composer, born on July 29, 1937, in Tbilisi, Georgia. He is known for his contribution to contemporary Georgian music and his unique approach to composition.

Andria Balanchivadze studied composition at the Tbilisi State Conservatory. Later, he continued his studies in Moscow with Aram Khachaturian, one of the most prominent composers in the Soviet Union at that time.

After returning to Georgia, Andria Balanchivadze began his career as a composer and quickly gained recognition for his works, which often blend Western classical music with Georgian folk music. One of his most famous compositions is the opera "Mindia", based on a Georgian folk tale.

Throughout his career, Andria Balanchivadze received numerous awards for his contributions to music. In 1996, he was awarded the Order of Honor, one of the highest civilian awards in Georgia, for his outstanding work in the field of music.

Aside from his work as a composer, Andria Balanchivadze also served as a professor at the Tbilisi State Conservatory and helped to train the next generation of Georgian composers.

Andria Balanchivadze passed away on May 10, 2020, at the age of 82. His legacy lives on, and his contributions to the world of music continue to inspire composers and musicians alike.