Composer Dunaevsky told about the secret of the success of Pakhmutova's music

The secret of the success of the musical works of the People's Artist of the USSR Alexandra Pakhmutova lies in her talent: her melodies are instantly remembered by listeners and captivate them. Composer and pianist Maxim Dunaevsky told Izvestia on November 9.

"Alexandra Nikolaevna is that happy composer whose melodies were immediately remembered. <...> She has been awarded a large number of various orders, awards, she is a People's Artist of the USSR and so on. But the best award for a composer is, of course, her work, which is loved, known and remembered by all the people without exception," Dunaevsky emphasized.

He clarified that Pakhmutova is one of the rare melodic composers, and has worked with a huge number of genres.

"She's an amazingly kind and amazing person who only says nice things. I think this is also the quality of a real great talent," the pianist added, wishing Pakhmutova long years of life and creativity.

"Today's music is often not made for people, but to hold attention"

Composer Alexandra Pakhmutova — about the opening of a commemorative bas-relief to Dobronravov, modern hits and Gagarin's tears

Pakhmutova turned 97 on November 9. Russian President Vladimir Putin said on that day that her musical works were a genuine treasure of Russian culture, and actor Dmitry Kharatyan called Pakhmutova a truly folk composer.