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Arvydas Malcys was a Lithuanian composer who was born on August 22, 1957, in the city of Kaunas. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a composer and his mother a pianist. This musical environment had a significant impact on Malcys, and he began to show an interest in music at a young age. Malcys started his musical education at the Kaunas Juozas Naujalis Music School, where he studied piano and composition. He continued his studies at the Lithuanian Academy of Music, where he studied composition with Professor Julius Juzeliūnas. Malcys also studied at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory with Professor Edison Denisov. Malcys' early works were influenced by the avant-garde music of the 20th century, particularly the works of Igor Stravinsky and Arnold Schoenberg. However, as he matured as a composer, Malcys began to develop his own unique style, which was characterized by a blend of modernist and traditional elements. One of Malcys' most significant works is his Symphony No. 1, which he composed in 1986. The symphony is a complex and challenging work that showcases Malcys' mastery of orchestration and his ability to create intricate musical textures. The symphony was well-received by critics and helped establish Malcys as one of the leading composers of his generation. Malcys' music is often characterized by its use of unconventional techniques and sounds. For example, in his work "In Memoriam," Malcys uses a technique called "cluster chords," which involves playing several notes at once to create a dense and dissonant sound. This technique is used to great effect in the piece, which is a haunting and emotional tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. Another notable work by Malcys is his "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra," which he composed in 1991. The concerto is a virtuosic and challenging work that showcases Malcys' skill as a composer and his understanding of the capabilities of the violin. The piece has been performed by some of the world's leading violinists, including Gidon Kremer and Vadim Gluzman. Malcys' music has been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world, including the Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, and the London Sinfonietta. He has also received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Lithuanian National Prize for Culture and Arts in 1997. In addition to his work as a composer, Malcys was also a respected music educator. He taught composition at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and was a mentor to many young composers. His influence on the Lithuanian music scene was significant, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of composers. Tragically, Malcys passed away on December 27, 2019, at the age of 62. His death was a great loss to the music world, and he is remembered as one of the most important and innovative composers of his generation. His music continues to be performed and celebrated around the world, and his legacy as a composer and educator lives on.

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