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Place of Birth: Changsha, Hunan, China
About Tan Dun
- Tan Dun (simplified Chinese: ??; traditional Chinese: ??; pinyin: Tán Dùn, Mandarin pronunciation: [t?an tu??^n]; born 18 August 1957) is a Chinese contemporary classical composer and conductor, most widely known for his scores for the movies Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Hero, as well as composing music for the medal ceremonies at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- His works often incorporate audiovisual elements; use instruments constructed from organic materials, such as paper, water, and stone; and are often inspired by traditional Chinese theatrical and ritual performance.
- In 2013, he was named a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador.
- He has won numerous awards for his works, including an Academy Award, a Grammy Award and a BAFTA award.
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