CelebList
Karlheinz Stockhausen

Is Karlheinz Stockhausen A-List?

NoD

NoKarlheinz Stockhausen is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.

View full profile

Ranking Timeline

1952C$0.01M

Early Serialist Works

Composes early serialist works, establishing himself in the avant-garde music scene.

1953B$0.05M+$0.04M

Electronic Music Pioneer

Pioneers electronic music, experimenting with new sounds and techniques.

1957B$0.1M+$0.05M

Musical Spatialization Innovation

Introduces musical spatialization, further pushing the boundaries of traditional composition.

1977B$0.5M+$0.4M

Opera 'Sirius' Premiere

Premieres his opera 'Sirius', sparking controversy and debate.

1990B$2M+$1.5M

Continued Compositions

Continues to compose and lecture, maintaining his influence in contemporary classical music.

2001C$3M+$1M

9/11 Controversy

Makes controversial comments about the 9/11 attacks, damaging his reputation.

2007C$5M+$2M

Death

Karlheinz Stockhausen dies in 2007.

2026D$5M

Legacy in Electronic Music

Considered an important figure in electronic music history, his works remain controversial and are not well known.

Last updated: February 21, 2026