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November 28, 1980

 

Kim André Arnesen is a Norwegian composer of classical music, born on August 7, 1980, in Trondheim, Norway. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a church musician and his mother a music teacher. Arnesen started playing the piano at the age of six and began composing music at the age of 14. Arnesen studied music at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim, where he received his Bachelor's degree in Music Education in 2004. He then went on to study composition at the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo, where he received his Master's degree in Composition in 2008. Arnesen's music is known for its lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and use of choral textures. He has composed music for a variety of ensembles, including choir, orchestra, and chamber groups. His works have been performed by some of the world's leading ensembles, including the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, the Netherlands Radio Choir, and the St. Olaf Choir. One of Arnesen's most well-known works is his choral piece "Even When He Is Silent," which was composed in 2011. The piece is based on a poem written by a prisoner in a concentration camp during World War II and has become a popular piece in the choral repertoire. The piece has been performed by choirs all over the world and has been recorded by several ensembles, including the St. Olaf Choir and the Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge. Another notable work by Arnesen is his "Magnificat," which was composed in 2010. The piece is a setting of the biblical text known as the Magnificat, which is a hymn of praise sung by Mary in the Gospel of Luke. The piece is scored for choir and orchestra and has been performed by several ensembles, including the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra and the Norwegian Radio Orchestra. Arnesen has also composed several works for chamber groups, including his "Sonata for Violin and Piano," which was composed in 2007. The piece is a three-movement work that showcases Arnesen's lyrical melodies and rich harmonies. The piece has been performed by several violinists, including Henning Kraggerud and Eldbjørg Hemsing. In addition to his work as a composer, Arnesen is also an active conductor and pianist. He has conducted several choirs, including the Nidaros Cathedral Boys' Choir and the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra Choir. He has also performed as a pianist with several ensembles, including the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra and the Norwegian Radio Orchestra. Arnesen has received several awards and honors for his work as a composer, including the International Edvard Grieg Prize in 2013 and the Nordic Council Music Prize in 2020. He is also a member of the Norwegian Society of Composers and the Norwegian Academy of Music. In conclusion, Kim André Arnesen is a talented composer of classical music who has made a significant contribution to the choral repertoire. His music is known for its lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and use of choral textures. He has composed music for a variety of ensembles, including choir, orchestra, and chamber groups, and his works have been performed by some of the world's leading ensembles. Arnesen's contributions to the world of classical music have earned him several awards and honors, and he continues to be a prominent figure in the Norwegian music scene.

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