Chris Alvares

Chris Alvares
A 1939 portrait of Chris Alvares in Switzerland
Born
Christiaan Hermanus Cornelis Alvares

1901 (1901)
Paramaribo, Surinam
Died1994 (aged 92–93)
Haarlem, Netherlands
OccupationsMusician, composer, conductor, and educator

Christiaan Hermanus Cornelis Alvares (1901–1994), more commonly known as Chris Alvares, was a Surinamese musician, composer, conductor, and educator known for his contributions to classical music in both Suriname and the Netherlands. His diverse talents encompassed playing the organ, piano, flute, and cello, as well as conducting, composition, and teaching.

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