Tefta Tashko-Koço
Tefta Tashko-Koço | |
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Tefta Tashko-Koço in the 1930s | |
| Born | 2 November 1910 |
| Died | 22 December 1947 (aged 37) |
| Nationality | Albanian |
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| Years active | 1936–1947 |
| Spouse | Kristaq Koço |
| Children | 1 |
| Awards | People's Artist |
| Musical career | |
| Instruments | Vocals |
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Tefta Tashko-Koço (pronounced [tɛfˈta taʃˈkɔ kɔtˈʃɔ]; 2 November 1910 – 22 December 1947) was an Albanian singer and soprano. She was a leading figure in the regional music industry and is considered one of the most influential personalities of the 20th century in the Albanian-speaking world.
She was posthumously awarded the prestigious title People's Artist.