Ravil Martynov (1946–2004) was a prominent Russian conductor and music professor. A People's Artist of Russia, he was highly regarded for his work with several symphony orchestras during his career.

Key details about his life and career include:
Born: June 16, 1946, in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg).
Died: November 9, 2004.
Education: Martynov studied at both the Leningrad and Moscow Conservatories.
Career: He held numerous distinguished positions:
He served as Chief Conductor of the St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra from 1986 to 2004.
He was Chief Conductor of the Rostov Academic Symphony Orchestra.
He was Artistic Director of the State Symphony Orchestra of the Tatar SSR until 1979.
He was a professor at the N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov Saint Petersburg State Conservatory.
Awards: In 2000, he was awarded the title of People's Artist of the Russian Federation, one of the country's highest honors for artists.
Notable work: Under his leadership, the St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra expanded and achieved international recognition.