Role

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Composer  

Birth

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1947

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Vocal

 

Frederic Hand is a renowned classical music composer, guitarist, and conductor. He was born on April 10, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York, and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a jazz pianist, and his mother was a singer. Hand started playing the guitar at the age of six and was soon performing in public. Hand's early musical education was diverse, including classical guitar, jazz, and rock. He studied at the Manhattan School of Music and the Juilliard School, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree in guitar performance. He also studied composition with Vincent Persichetti and orchestration with Stanley Wolfe. Hand's career as a composer began in the 1970s when he started writing music for television and film. He composed the music for the popular children's show "Sesame Street" and won an Emmy Award for his work on the show. He also composed music for other television shows, including "The Guiding Light" and "As the World Turns." In addition to his work in television and film, Hand has composed numerous works for the concert stage. His compositions include works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, solo guitar, and voice. He has also written music for dance and theater productions. One of Hand's most famous works is his Concerto for Electric Guitar and Orchestra, which he composed in 1987. The concerto was commissioned by the American Composers Orchestra and premiered at Carnegie Hall. The piece features Hand as the soloist, playing an electric guitar with a full orchestra. The concerto is a fusion of classical and rock music and has been performed by orchestras around the world. Hand's other notable works include his Symphony No. 1, which was commissioned by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra and premiered in 1990. The symphony is a three-movement work that features Hand's signature blend of classical and rock music. He has also composed several works for guitar, including his Suite for Guitar and his Sonata for Guitar. In addition to his work as a composer, Hand is also an accomplished guitarist and conductor. He has performed as a soloist with many orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and the Boston Pops. He has also conducted orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the Tokyo Philharmonic. Hand's contributions to the world of classical music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He has received two Emmy Awards for his work on "Sesame Street" and has been nominated for several Grammy Awards. He was also awarded the Aaron Copland Award for his contributions to American music. In conclusion, Frederic Hand is a talented and versatile composer, guitarist, and conductor. His unique blend of classical and rock music has made him a pioneer in the world of contemporary classical music. His works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and solo guitar have been performed around the world and have earned him numerous awards and honors. Hand's contributions to the world of classical music will continue to inspire and influence future generations of musicians.

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