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Raminta Šerkšnytė is a Lithuanian composer who was born on August 10, 1975, in Vilnius, Lithuania. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a composer. From a young age, Šerkšnytė showed a keen interest in music and began studying piano and composition at the National M.K. Čiurlionis School of Art in Vilnius. After completing her studies at the National M.K. Čiurlionis School of Art, Šerkšnytė went on to study composition at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre in Vilnius. She continued her studies at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague in the Netherlands, where she earned a master's degree in composition. Šerkšnytė's music is characterized by its unique blend of traditional Lithuanian folk music and contemporary classical music. Her compositions often feature intricate rhythms, unconventional harmonies, and a wide range of instrumental textures. One of Šerkšnytė's most notable works is her opera "Cornet," which premiered in 2014 at the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre. The opera tells the story of a young Lithuanian girl who joins the army during World War I disguised as a man. The opera was well-received by audiences and critics alike, with many praising Šerkšnytė's ability to seamlessly blend traditional Lithuanian folk music with contemporary classical music. Another notable work by Šerkšnytė is her "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," which premiered in 2010 at the Lithuanian National Philharmonic Hall. The concerto features a solo piano part that is both virtuosic and lyrical, and the orchestration is characterized by its use of unconventional instrumental combinations. In addition to her opera and concerto, Šerkšnytė has composed a wide range of other works, including chamber music, choral music, and orchestral music. Some of her other notable works include "De Profundis" for choir and orchestra, "Sorrowful Songs" for string quartet, and "Sinfonia Concertante" for violin, cello, and orchestra. Šerkšnytė's music has been performed by a number of prominent orchestras and ensembles, including the Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Arditti Quartet. She has also received numerous awards and honors for her work, including the Lithuanian National Prize for Culture and Arts in 2015. In addition to her work as a composer, Šerkšnytė is also a professor of composition at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre in Vilnius. She has mentored a number of young composers and is widely regarded as one of the leading figures in contemporary classical music in Lithuania. Overall, Raminta Šerkšnytė is a highly accomplished composer whose unique blend of traditional Lithuanian folk music and contemporary classical music has earned her widespread acclaim. Her works are characterized by their intricate rhythms, unconventional harmonies, and wide range of instrumental textures, and she has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the world of classical music.

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