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Composer

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1988

 

Markéta Irglová is a Czech singer-songwriter and composer who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on February 28, 1988, in Valašské Meziříčí, Czechoslovakia, Irglová grew up in a musical family and began playing the piano at the age of seven. Her father was a musician and her mother was a music teacher, which helped to foster her love of music from an early age. Irglová's musical talent was evident from a young age, and she began performing in public at the age of nine. She went on to study at the Janáček Conservatory in Ostrava, where she honed her skills as a pianist and composer. During her time at the conservatory, Irglová began to experiment with different styles of music, including classical, jazz, and folk. In 2001, Irglová met Glen Hansard, an Irish musician and actor, while he was touring in the Czech Republic. The two musicians hit it off and began collaborating on music together. They formed a band called The Swell Season and released their first album in 2006. The album, titled "The Swell Season," was a critical and commercial success, and the band went on to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song for their work on the film "Once." Irglová's success with The Swell Season helped to launch her career as a composer and performer. In 2008, she released her first solo album, "Anar," which was well-received by critics and fans alike. The album showcased Irglová's unique blend of classical and folk music, and featured her signature piano playing and haunting vocals. Over the years, Irglová has continued to compose and perform music, both as a solo artist and in collaboration with other musicians. She has released several albums, including "Muna" (2014) and "Let Me Fall in Love" (2017), and has toured extensively throughout Europe and the United States. One of Irglová's most notable works is her score for the 2016 film "Once," which she co-wrote with Glen Hansard. The film, which tells the story of a struggling musician and a Czech immigrant who meet and fall in love in Dublin, Ireland, features several original songs written and performed by Irglová and Hansard. The film's soundtrack was a critical and commercial success, and helped to launch Irglová's career as a composer and performer. In addition to her work as a composer and performer, Irglová is also an advocate for social justice and environmental causes. She has worked with several organizations, including Oxfam and Greenpeace, to raise awareness about issues such as climate change and poverty. Overall, Markéta Irglová is a talented and versatile musician who has made a significant impact on the world of classical music. Her unique blend of classical and folk music, combined with her haunting vocals and signature piano playing, have earned her a dedicated following of fans and admirers. With her continued dedication to her craft and her commitment to social justice and environmental causes, Irglová is sure to remain a force in the world of music for years to come.

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