Role

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Composer  

Country

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Germany

Birth

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1986 in Hanover, Germany

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Sebastian Manz is a renowned classical clarinetist from Germany. He was born on August 13, 1986, in Hanover, Germany. From a young age, Manz showed a keen interest in music and began playing the clarinet at the age of nine. He was encouraged by his parents, who were both musicians, to pursue his passion for music. Manz began his formal music education at the Hanover University of Music, Drama, and Media, where he studied under Professor Johannes Peitz. He later continued his studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich, where he studied under Professor Andreas Sunden. During his time at the university, Manz won several awards, including the prestigious German Music Competition in 2008. Manz's talent and dedication to his craft quickly caught the attention of the classical music world. In 2008, he won the ARD International Music Competition, one of the most prestigious music competitions in the world. This win catapulted him to international fame and opened up many doors for him in the classical music industry. Since then, Manz has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna Konzerthaus, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. He has also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and orchestras, including the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. Manz's repertoire is vast and includes works by some of the most celebrated composers in classical music, such as Mozart, Brahms, and Beethoven. He is also known for his interpretations of contemporary music and has premiered several works by contemporary composers. In addition to his performances, Manz is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at several music schools and universities, including the Hanover University of Music, Drama, and Media, and the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich. He is also a regular guest lecturer at music schools and universities around the world. Manz has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In addition to his wins at the German Music Competition and the ARD International Music Competition, he has also won the prestigious ECHO Klassik Award, the German Record Critics' Award, and the Opus Klassik Award. Despite his success, Manz remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to push himself to new heights and is always looking for ways to improve his performances. His passion for music and his dedication to his craft have made him one of the most respected and sought-after clarinetists in the world.

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