Alojz Ajdič

Alojz Ajdič (born September 6, 1939, Fojnica) is a multiple-time awarded Slovenian composer. Ajdič lives in Britof pri Kranju. Recognitions In 1994, Ajdič received the Župančič Award for his second symphony, named Window of the Soul. In 1997, he received the Prešeren Fund Award for his third symphony, entitled Symphony for Percussion and Symphony Orchestra. In 2009, he received the Kozina Award, bestowed by the Society of Slovenian Composers. In 2012, his work Concert for Trombone and Orchestra was performed by the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. In April 2012, Ajdič’s Rhapsody for Trumpet and Orchestra was performed in Huddersfield by the Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra, with guest soloist, Rebecca Robertson. The composition received great acclaim. Avdič listened to it in the honorary lodge in the company of the mayor of Huddersfield and the leadership of the orchestra. Works Among the more notable Ajdič’s works are: * Phantasy (Slovene: ; 1971) * Colour Vision (; 1972) * Concert Music for Horn and Orchestra (; 1978) * Concert for Piano (; 1988) * Mirage (; 1984) References See also *List of Slovenian composers