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Bernd Richard Deutsch is a contemporary Austrian composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on January 27, 1977, in Vienna, Austria, Deutsch grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a composer and his mother was a pianist, which exposed him to music from a young age. He began playing the piano at the age of six and later learned to play the violin and the guitar. Deutsch studied composition at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, where he received his diploma in 2003. He also studied with renowned composers such as Helmut Lachenmann, Beat Furrer, and Chaya Czernowin. During his studies, Deutsch won several awards, including the Theodor Körner Prize and the Erste Bank Composition Prize. Deutsch's music is characterized by its complexity and virtuosity. He is known for his use of extended techniques, such as microtonality, multiphonics, and glissandi, which create a unique sound world. His compositions often feature intricate rhythms and dense textures, which challenge performers and audiences alike. One of Deutsch's early works, "Mad Dog," for chamber ensemble, was premiered in 2001 and received critical acclaim. The piece is a frenzied, high-energy work that showcases Deutsch's virtuosic writing style. It features a wide range of extended techniques, including flutter-tonguing, col legno, and harmonics. In 2004, Deutsch composed "Mad Dog II," a sequel to his earlier work. This piece is even more complex and challenging than the first, featuring intricate rhythms and a wide range of extended techniques. It was premiered by the Klangforum Wien, one of the leading contemporary music ensembles in Europe. Deutsch's music has been performed by many other leading ensembles, including the Arditti Quartet, the Ensemble Modern, and the London Sinfonietta. His works have been featured at major festivals, such as the Salzburg Festival, the Lucerne Festival, and the Donaueschingen Festival. One of Deutsch's most significant works is his opera "Oceane," which premiered in 2013 at the Vienna State Opera. The opera is based on a play by the French writer René Viviani and tells the story of a young woman who is shipwrecked on a deserted island. The music is characterized by its lush harmonies and intricate orchestration, which create a dreamlike atmosphere. Deutsch's music has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2010, he was awarded the Ernst von Siemens Music Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The prize is awarded annually to a composer, performer, or scholar who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. In addition to his work as a composer, Deutsch is also a professor of composition at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. He has taught many young composers who have gone on to make their mark in the world of classical music. Bernd Richard Deutsch is a composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. His music is characterized by its complexity and virtuosity, and his use of extended techniques creates a unique sound world. His works have been performed by leading ensembles and featured at major festivals, and he has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. Deutsch's music is a testament to the ongoing vitality and creativity of contemporary classical music.

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