Composers from China

The following people are considered by Pantheon to be the most legendary Chinese Composers of all time. This list of famous Chinese Composers is sorted by HPI (Historical Popularity Index), a metric that aggregates information on a biography's online popularity.

1. #1

   

   Boris Blacher

   1903 - 1975

   HPI 61.7821 langs

   German composer (1903-1975)

2. #2

   

   Nie Er

   1912 - 1935

   HPI 59.1621 langs

   Composed the national anthem of the People's Republic of China (1912-1935)

3. #3

   

   Tan Dun

   b. 1957

   HPI 58.8432 langs

   Chinese composer

4. #4

   

   Qigang Chen

   b. 1951

   HPI 51.9115 langs

   Chinese-French composer

5. #5

   

   Abdurehim Heyit

   b. 1962

   HPI 47.0515 langs

   Abdurehim Heyit is most famous for being a prominent Uyghur folk singer and composer, known for his contributions to Uyghur music and...Read moreShow less

   Abdurehim Heyit is most famous for being a prominent Uyghur folk singer and composer, known for his contributions to Uyghur music and culture. His work often reflects the themes of Uyghur identity and heritage.