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Composer  

Birth

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May 2, 1957 in Cologne, Germany

Genre

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Avant-Garde

 

 

Concerto

 

Markus Stockhausen is a renowned German trumpeter, composer, and improviser who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on May 2, 1957, in Cologne, Germany, Markus was the son of the legendary composer and conductor Karlheinz Stockhausen. Growing up in a musical family, Markus was exposed to music from an early age and began playing the piano and trumpet at the age of six. Markus received his formal music education at the Hochschule für Musik Köln, where he studied trumpet with Pierre Thibaud and composition with Klaus Huber. He also studied jazz with Manfred Schoof and played in various jazz ensembles. After completing his studies, Markus began his professional career as a freelance musician, performing with various orchestras and ensembles in Germany and abroad. In the early 1980s, Markus began to explore the possibilities of improvisation and electronic music, which led him to collaborate with musicians from different genres and backgrounds. He formed the group "Eres Holz" with saxophonist Frank Kroll and percussionist Christian Thomé, which combined jazz, rock, and electronic music with improvisation. Markus also collaborated with his father Karlheinz Stockhausen on several projects, including the opera "Samstag aus Licht" and the electronic music piece "Sirius." Markus's unique approach to music and his virtuosic trumpet playing soon gained him international recognition. He has performed at major festivals and concert halls around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Royal Festival Hall in London, and the Lincoln Center in New York. He has also collaborated with renowned musicians such as pianist Joachim Kühn, percussionist Trilok Gurtu, and cellist Jörg Brinkmann. In addition to his work as a performer, Markus is also a prolific composer. He has written music for various ensembles, including chamber music, orchestral works, and electronic music. His compositions often combine elements of classical music with improvisation and electronic music, creating a unique and innovative sound. Markus has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1998, he was awarded the WDR Jazz Prize for his contributions to jazz and improvised music. In 2005, he received the German Record Critics' Award for his album "Karta," which featured his compositions for trumpet and electronic music. He has also been awarded the Echo Jazz Award and the German Music Authors' Prize. Today, Markus continues to perform and compose music, pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new possibilities for improvisation and electronic music. His innovative approach to music has inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world, cementing his place as one of the most important figures in contemporary classical music.

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