Zirsangzela Hnamte
Mizo language writer and composer (b. 1950, d. 2002)
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| Intro | Mizo language writer and composer (b. 1950, d. 2002) | |
| Places | India | |
| was | Writer | |
| Work field | Literature | |
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| Birth | 1950, Mizoram, India | |
| Death | 2002 (aged 52 years) |
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Biography
Zirsangzela Hnamte (1 December 1952 - 15 October 2002) was a writer of Mizo literature. He started composing at 17. He composed over 75 songs. Many of his songs are now used as study material in High School and College of Mizoram.
Personal
He was born in Sialsuk in 1952 and was the eldest among 8 siblings. He is said to be introverted.
Recognition
Zirsangzela Hnamte's awards are:
- Best Composer of Mizo Songs 1977:Shillong, Ṭhalfavang Kut
- Best Composer of Mizo Songs 1980:Mizoram Beat and Music contest Organised by IPR &T Govt. of Mizoram .
- Composer of song of the Year- 1989: Mizo Zaimi Inzawmkhawm Award.
- Composer of song of the Year 1986: Lelte Weekly Magazine, Five Tops of Mizoram Poll.
Songs
Some of the songs that were composed by Zirsangzela are: