99 years since the birth of Vitaliy Kireyko: the life and creativity of the people's artist of Ukraine

Vitaliy Kireyko: Life and Creativity

According to Велика українська енциклопедія: On December 23, 2025, it will be 99 years since the birth of composer Vitaliy Dmytrovych Kireyko. He was born on December 23, 1926, in the village of Shyroke, which is now a town in Kryvyi Rih District of Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukraine. Throughout his life, Vitaliy Kireyko became a well-known Ukrainian artist who made a significant impact on the country's cultural life.

Vitaliy Dmytrovych Kireyko passed away on October 19, 2016, in Kyiv. His professional journey began with academic activities as he became a candidate of art studies in 1953. In 1961, Vitaliy Kireyko received the title of associate professor, and in 1978, he was awarded the title of professor. Recognition of his creative achievements occurred in 1977, when he was awarded the honorary title of People's Artist of Ukraine.

The Legacy of Vitaliy Kireyko

The life and creativity of Vitaliy Kireyko are an important part of Ukrainian culture, and his contribution to the development of art highlights the significance of his figure in the history of the country.

The celebration of the 99th anniversary of Vitaliy Kireyko's birth emphasizes the importance of his contribution to Ukrainian art.

As a composer and educator, he contributed to the formation of new generations of artists, as well as to the popularization of Ukrainian music. Celebrating such anniversaries not only honors the memory of outstanding individuals but also encourages the study and preservation of the cultural heritage of the country.