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Andrew Wright was a British classical music composer who was born on May 12, 1950, in London, England. He was the youngest of three children born to a family of musicians. His father was a pianist and his mother was a violinist. From a young age, Wright was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Wright's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He attended the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied composition under the tutelage of renowned composers such as Benjamin Britten and Michael Tippett. During his time at the academy, Wright also studied piano and conducting. After completing his studies, Wright began his career as a composer. His early works were heavily influenced by the classical music of the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly the works of Mozart and Beethoven. However, as he matured as a composer, Wright began to develop his own unique style, which blended elements of classical and contemporary music. One of Wright's early successes was his composition "Symphony No. 1," which was premiered by the London Symphony Orchestra in 1978. The piece was well-received by critics and established Wright as a promising young composer. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Wright continued to compose a wide range of works, including symphonies, concertos, and chamber music. One of his most notable works from this period was his "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra," which was premiered by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in 1992. The piece showcased Wright's ability to blend classical and contemporary elements, and was praised for its virtuosic solo violin part. In addition to his work as a composer, Wright was also a respected conductor. He served as the principal conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra from 1995 to 2000, and also conducted numerous other orchestras throughout Europe and the United States. In the early 2000s, Wright began to focus more on choral music. He composed several works for choir and orchestra, including his "Requiem," which was premiered by the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in 2003. The piece was a departure from Wright's earlier works, and showcased his ability to write music that was both emotionally powerful and spiritually uplifting. Wright continued to compose and conduct throughout the 2000s and early 2010s. One of his final works was his "Symphony No. 5," which was premiered by the London Symphony Orchestra in 2014. The piece was a culmination of Wright's career as a composer, and showcased his ability to write music that was both technically complex and emotionally resonant. Sadly, Wright passed away on June 15, 2015, at the age of 65. However, his legacy as a composer and conductor lives on through his numerous works, which continue to be performed by orchestras and choirs around the world. Wright's contributions to classical music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Order of the British Empire, which he received in 2008 for his services to music.

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