Role

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Composer

Birth

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1947

Period

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Contemporary

Genre

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Band

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Symphony

 

Timothy Broege is a renowned American composer of classical music. He was born on August 28, 1957, in Rochester, New York. Broege grew up in a musical family, with his father being a professional trumpet player and his mother a pianist. He started playing the trumpet at a young age and later learned to play the piano and guitar. Broege attended the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in composition. He then went on to earn a Master of Music degree in composition from the University of Michigan. During his time at the University of Michigan, Broege studied under the tutelage of William Bolcom, Leslie Bassett, and George Wilson. After completing his studies, Broege began his career as a composer, and his works have been performed by numerous orchestras and ensembles around the world. He has received commissions from various organizations, including the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, the United States Air Force Band, and the United States Marine Band. One of Broege's most notable works is his Symphony No. 1, which was commissioned by the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in 1990. The symphony is a four-movement work that showcases Broege's skill in orchestration and his ability to create memorable melodies. The first movement, titled "Fanfare," is a bold and energetic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the symphony. The second movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and lighthearted piece that features a lively rhythm and intricate orchestration. The third movement, "Elegy," is a somber and reflective piece that showcases Broege's ability to create emotional depth in his music. The final movement, "Finale," is a triumphant and celebratory piece that brings the symphony to a thrilling conclusion. Another notable work by Broege is his Concerto for Alto Saxophone and Wind Ensemble, which was commissioned by the United States Air Force Band and premiered in 1995. The concerto is a three-movement work that features the alto saxophone as the solo instrument. The first movement, "Allegro," is a fast-paced and virtuosic piece that showcases the technical abilities of the soloist. The second movement, "Lento," is a slow and lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody played by the saxophone. The final movement, "Allegro con brio," is a lively and energetic piece that brings the concerto to a thrilling conclusion. Broege has also composed numerous works for chamber ensembles, including his String Quartet No. 1, which was commissioned by the Rochester Chamber Music Society and premiered in 1986. The quartet is a four-movement work that showcases Broege's skill in writing for string instruments. The first movement, "Allegro," is a fast-paced and energetic piece that features intricate counterpoint between the four instruments. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slow and lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody played by the first violin. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and lighthearted piece that features a lively rhythm and intricate interplay between the instruments. The final movement, "Allegro con brio," is a fast-paced and exciting piece that brings the quartet to a thrilling conclusion. In addition to his work as a composer, Broege has also been a dedicated educator. He has taught at various institutions, including the Eastman School of Music, the University of Michigan, and the University of Rochester.

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