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Austin Wintory is a renowned American composer, best known for his work in the field of video game music. Born on September 9, 1984, in Denver, Colorado, Wintory grew up in a family of musicians. His mother was a pianist, and his father was a cellist, which exposed him to classical music from a young age. Wintory started playing the piano at the age of ten and later learned to play the trumpet and French horn. Wintory attended the University of Southern California, where he studied composition under the guidance of renowned composer Jerry Goldsmith. During his time at USC, Wintory composed music for various student films and video games, which helped him gain recognition in the industry. Wintory's breakthrough came in 2009 when he composed the score for the video game "flOw." The game's unique gameplay and Wintory's hauntingly beautiful score earned critical acclaim and helped establish him as a rising star in the video game music industry. In 2012, Wintory composed the score for the video game "Journey," which is widely regarded as his masterpiece. The game's emotional narrative and Wintory's evocative score earned widespread critical acclaim and numerous awards, including a Grammy nomination for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media, making Wintory the first video game composer to receive such an honor. Wintory's other notable works include the scores for the video games "Assassin's Creed: Syndicate," "Abzû," and "The Banner Saga" series. He has also composed music for films, including the documentary "Captain Abu Raed" and the horror film "Grace." Wintory's music is characterized by its emotional depth, intricate melodies, and use of unconventional instruments. He often incorporates live orchestral performances and collaborations with soloists and ensembles from around the world, such as the Macedonian Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Dallas Winds. In addition to his work as a composer, Wintory is also an advocate for the video game music industry. He has spoken at various conferences and events, including the Game Developers Conference and the TEDx Talks, about the importance of video game music and its potential to be recognized as a legitimate art form. Wintory's contributions to the video game music industry have helped elevate the medium's status and recognition. His music has touched the hearts of millions of gamers and non-gamers alike, and his legacy as a composer will undoubtedly continue to inspire future generations of musicians.

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