Role

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Composer  

Birth

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1969 in North Dakota

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Vocal

 

Beata Moon is a contemporary classical music composer who was born in Seoul, South Korea in 1978. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a composer. From a young age, Moon showed a natural talent for music and began studying piano at the age of four. Moon's family moved to the United States when she was nine years old, and she continued her musical education there. She attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied piano and composition. Moon also earned a Master of Music degree from the Yale School of Music. Moon's compositions are known for their intricate harmonies and use of unconventional instruments. She often incorporates elements of Korean traditional music into her works, creating a unique blend of Eastern and Western styles. One of Moon's most notable works is her piano concerto, "Shadows of the Wind." The piece was commissioned by the New Haven Symphony Orchestra and premiered in 2010. It features a solo piano accompanied by a full orchestra, and showcases Moon's skill as both a composer and a pianist. Another notable work by Moon is her chamber opera, "The Little Prince." Based on the beloved children's book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the opera premiered in 2014 and has been performed by several opera companies around the world. Moon has also composed music for film and television. She worked on the score for the 2016 film "The Birth of a Nation," and has contributed music to several popular television shows, including "Grey's Anatomy" and "The Walking Dead." In addition to her work as a composer, Moon is also a dedicated educator. She has taught at several universities, including the University of California, Los Angeles and the University of Southern California. Moon's music has been praised for its emotional depth and technical skill. She has received numerous awards and honors for her work, including the Charles Ives Scholarship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Award. Overall, Beata Moon is a talented and accomplished composer who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Her unique style and dedication to her craft have earned her a place among the most respected composers of her generation.

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