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Scott Barton is a contemporary classical music composer who was born in 1981 in the United States. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a jazz pianist and his mother a singer. Barton began playing the piano at a young age and later learned to play the guitar and bass. He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Composition and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. After completing his undergraduate studies, Barton went on to earn a Master of Music degree in Composition from the University of Michigan. During his time at Michigan, he studied with several notable composers, including Michael Daugherty and Bright Sheng. He also had the opportunity to work with the University of Michigan Symphony Orchestra and the University of Michigan Contemporary Directions Ensemble. Barton's early works were heavily influenced by jazz and rock music, but he later began to incorporate elements of electronic music and experimental sound design into his compositions. His music often explores the intersection of acoustic and electronic sounds, and he is known for his use of unconventional instruments and techniques. One of Barton's most notable works is his piece "Resonant Bodies," which was commissioned by the New York-based ensemble Alarm Will Sound. The piece was premiered in 2014 and features a unique combination of acoustic instruments and electronic sounds. The work was praised for its innovative use of technology and its ability to create a rich and immersive sonic environment. Another notable work by Barton is his piece "The Machine Awakes," which was commissioned by the University of Michigan Symphony Orchestra. The piece was inspired by the idea of a sentient machine and features a combination of acoustic instruments and electronic sounds. The work was premiered in 2012 and has since been performed by several other orchestras around the world. In addition to his work as a composer, Barton is also an active performer and educator. He has performed as a guitarist and bassist in several jazz and rock bands, and he has taught composition and music technology at several universities in the United States. Overall, Scott Barton is a highly innovative and versatile composer who has made significant contributions to the field of contemporary classical music. His work is characterized by its use of unconventional instruments and techniques, as well as its exploration of the intersection of acoustic and electronic sounds. With his unique approach to composition and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional music, Barton is sure to continue making waves in the world of classical music for years to come.

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