Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed condolences to the family and friends of composer Evgeny Doga in connection with his death, calling his work a bright page in the history of the multinational culture of the Russian Federation. The corresponding telegram was published on the Kremlin website. The original, inspired work of Evgeny Doga, his educational and charitable activities are a bright page in the history of our multinational culture,” the telegram says.
Putin emphasized that the bright memory of a talented, passionate person and a true master will forever remain in the hearts of his loved ones, relatives, friends and colleagues, and all admirers of his generous talent. Doga is a Soviet and Moldovan composer, People’s Artist of the USSR , a citizen of Russia since 1988 , author of numerous works for theater and cinema. His waltz for the film “My Sweet and Tender Beast” is recognized by UNESCO as one of the four musical masterpieces of the 20th century. In Chisinau, a music school and a street are named after him.