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Bernat Vivancos is a contemporary classical music composer born in Barcelona, Spain in 1973. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a composer and his mother a pianist. Vivancos began his musical education at a young age, studying piano and composition at the Conservatori del Liceu in Barcelona. After completing his studies, Vivancos continued his musical education in the Netherlands, where he studied composition with Louis Andriessen at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague. He also studied choral conducting with Daniel Reuss and Jos van Veldhoven, which would later become a significant influence on his compositional style. Vivancos’ music is characterized by its use of vocal textures and harmonies, often drawing inspiration from religious and spiritual themes. His works have been performed by renowned ensembles such as the BBC Singers, the Latvian Radio Choir, and the Netherlands Chamber Choir. One of Vivancos’ most notable works is his Requiem, which was commissioned by the Latvian Radio Choir in 2011. The piece is a modern interpretation of the traditional requiem mass, featuring a combination of Latin and Catalan texts. The work has been praised for its use of vocal harmonies and its ability to evoke a sense of spirituality and contemplation. Another significant work by Vivancos is his Lux Aeterna, which was commissioned by the BBC Singers in 2014. The piece is a setting of the Latin text from the Requiem Mass, and features a combination of choral and solo voices. The work has been described as “hauntingly beautiful” and has been performed by numerous choirs around the world. In addition to his choral works, Vivancos has also composed instrumental music, including his String Quartet No. 2, which was commissioned by the Cuarteto Casals in 2016. The piece is characterized by its use of extended techniques and unconventional harmonies, and has been praised for its originality and creativity. Vivancos’ music has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the National Music Prize of Catalonia in 2017. He has also been commissioned by a variety of organizations and ensembles, including the Spanish National Orchestra and Choir, the Barcelona Symphony Orchestra, and the European Broadcasting Union. In addition to his work as a composer, Vivancos is also a respected conductor and educator. He has conducted numerous choirs and orchestras around the world, and has taught composition and choral conducting at institutions such as the Royal Conservatory of The Hague and the Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya. Overall, Bernat Vivancos is a highly respected and influential composer in the world of contemporary classical music. His works are characterized by their use of vocal textures and harmonies, and often draw inspiration from religious and spiritual themes. With numerous awards and commissions to his name, Vivancos’ music continues to be performed and celebrated by musicians and audiences around the world.

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