Wolfgang Rihm
German composer and teacher (1952–2024)
1952 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
German composer and teacher (1952–2024)
Born
March 13, 1952
Died
2024 (age ~72)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
composer, university teacher, librettist
GermanyBorn in KarlsruheDied in Ettlingen
1952
Born in Karlsruhe (1952-03-13)
1978
AwardReinhold Schneider Prize
1989
AwardOfficer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
1991
AwardMusikpreis der Stadt Duisburg
1999
AwardBach Prize of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg
2003
AwardErnst von Siemens Music Prize
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Wolfgang Rihm?+
Wolfgang Rihm is German composer and teacher (1952–2024). Born in 1952.
What does the name Wolfgang mean?+
The name Wolfgang means "A German male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Wolfgang (reinforced by Wolfgangus), from Wolfgang, from Wolfgang, from t=wolf + t=path, course.". It is of German origin.
When was Wolfgang Rihm born?+
Wolfgang Rihm was born on March 13, 1952.
When did Wolfgang Rihm die?+
Wolfgang Rihm died in 2024, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
A German male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Wolfgang (reinforced by Wolfgangus), from Wolfgang, from Wolfgang, from t=wolf + t=path, course.
The name Wolfgang is of German origin, meaning "A German male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Wolfgang (reinforced by Wolfgangus), from Wolfgang, from Wolfgang, from t=wolf + t=path, course.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Wolfgang — March 13, 1952
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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