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Els Van Laethem is a Belgian classical music composer who was born on May 12, 1970, in Ghent, Belgium. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her father being a pianist and her mother a singer. From a young age, Els showed a keen interest in music and began taking piano lessons at the age of six. She later went on to study music theory and composition at the Royal Conservatory of Ghent. During her time at the conservatory, Els was exposed to a wide range of musical styles and genres, which helped to shape her own unique sound. She was particularly drawn to the works of classical composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, as well as more contemporary composers like Stravinsky and Bartok. After completing her studies, Els began working as a freelance composer, writing music for a variety of different projects. Her early works were largely experimental in nature, as she sought to find her own voice as a composer. However, as she gained more experience and confidence, her compositions became more refined and polished. One of Els' early breakthroughs came in 1998, when she was commissioned to write a piece for the Royal Flemish Philharmonic. The resulting work, titled "Symphony No. 1," was a grand and sweeping composition that showcased Els' skill as a composer. The piece was well-received by both audiences and critics, and helped to establish Els as a rising star in the classical music world. Over the years, Els has continued to write music for a wide range of different projects, including film scores, ballets, and operas. One of her most notable works is the opera "The Tempest," which was commissioned by the Royal Opera House in London. The opera, which premiered in 2004, was a critical and commercial success, and helped to cement Els' reputation as one of the most talented composers of her generation. In addition to her work as a composer, Els is also a respected music educator. She has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Royal Conservatory of Ghent and the Royal Academy of Music in London. Her students have gone on to achieve great success in their own right, with many of them becoming accomplished composers and performers. Throughout her career, Els has remained committed to pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new and innovative ways of creating and performing music. Her compositions are known for their complexity and depth, as well as their emotional resonance and beauty. She continues to be a major force in the classical music world, and her work is sure to be celebrated for many years to come.

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