Imants Kalniņš is a Latvian composer, musician and politician. Having studied classical and choral music, he has written seven symphonies, several operas, oratorios, cantatas, choir songs, a lot of movie and theater music. However, he is generally best known for his rock songs. In 2021, Kalniņš received the Grand Music Award for lifetime achievement.
- Occupation
- politician, composer, translator, songwriter
- Position held
- deputy of Saeima, deputy of Saeima, deputy of Saeima, deputy of Saeima
- Citizenship
- Latvia, Soviet Union
- Born
- May 26, 1941