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1977

 

Cyrille Lehn was a French composer of classical music who was born on December 12, 1971, in Strasbourg, France. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Lehn showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Lehn's musical education began at the Conservatoire de Strasbourg, where he studied piano, composition, and conducting. He later continued his studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he studied composition with Gérard Grisey and Marc-André Dalbavie. Lehn's early works were heavily influenced by the spectral music movement, which was characterized by the use of computer analysis of sound spectra to create new harmonic structures. His first major work, "Mémoire de l'oubli," was written in 1996 and was premiered at the Festival Musica in Strasbourg. The piece was well-received and established Lehn as a promising young composer. In the years that followed, Lehn continued to compose works that explored the possibilities of spectral music. His works often featured complex harmonic structures and intricate textures, and were performed by some of the world's leading ensembles, including the Ensemble Intercontemporain, the Arditti Quartet, and the Ensemble Modern. One of Lehn's most notable works is "Les Chants de l'Amour," a cycle of songs for soprano and ensemble that was premiered in 2003. The piece was inspired by the poetry of Rumi and explored themes of love and spirituality. The work was praised for its beauty and emotional depth, and has since been performed by numerous ensembles around the world. Another notable work by Lehn is "L'Horizon des événements," a large-scale orchestral work that was premiered in 2008. The piece was commissioned by the Orchestre National de France and was inspired by the concept of time and the idea of the universe as a constantly expanding horizon. The work was praised for its grandeur and complexity, and established Lehn as one of the leading composers of his generation. In addition to his work as a composer, Lehn was also a respected teacher and mentor. He taught composition at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, and was known for his dedication to his students and his passion for music. Tragically, Lehn's life was cut short when he died in a car accident on January 14, 2010, at the age of 38. His death was a great loss to the world of classical music, but his legacy lives on through his music and the many students he inspired and mentored. In conclusion, Cyrille Lehn was a talented and innovative composer who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. His works were characterized by their complex harmonic structures and intricate textures, and explored themes of love, spirituality, and the nature of the universe. Although his life was cut short, his music continues to inspire and move audiences around the world.

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