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Born in Athens in 1952, Nikos Kypourgos pursued studies in music theory and contemporary music techniques under Yannis Papaioannou while simultaneously studying law and political science at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He continued his studies at the École Normale de Musique de Paris and the Conservatoire de Paris on a scholarship granted by the Alexander S. Onassis Foundation, where he attended the classes of Max Deutsch, Iannis Xenakis and other renowned composers. His studies also included ethnomusicology and music education. He has composed operas, choral music, orchestral music, chamber music, ballet music, and songs. In parallel, he has been occupied with incidental music for the theatre as well as music for films. His music has received numerous awards in Greece and abroad.

For full list of works and discography: www.nikoskypourgos.com