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Richard Stehlík was a Czech composer born on January 1, 1936, in the city of Prague. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a family that was deeply involved in music. His father was a pianist, and his mother was a singer, which meant that music was a constant presence in his life from an early age. Stehlík began his musical education at the Prague Conservatory, where he studied composition with the renowned Czech composer Alois Hába. Hába was known for his use of microtonal scales and his interest in non-traditional forms of music, and his influence can be seen in Stehlík's early works. After completing his studies at the conservatory, Stehlík began working as a composer and music teacher. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented composer, and his works were performed by some of the leading orchestras and ensembles in the Czech Republic. Stehlík's early works were characterized by their use of unconventional scales and harmonies, as well as their complex rhythms and structures. He was particularly interested in the music of the Middle East and Asia, and he incorporated elements of these musical traditions into his compositions. One of Stehlík's most significant early works was his Symphony No. 1, which was premiered in 1962. The symphony was notable for its use of microtonal scales and its complex rhythmic structures, and it was praised for its originality and innovation. In the 1970s, Stehlík's music began to evolve in new directions. He became interested in the music of the Baroque period, and he began incorporating elements of Baroque music into his compositions. He also began experimenting with electronic music, and he created several works that combined acoustic and electronic elements. One of Stehlík's most significant works from this period was his Concerto for Harpsichord and Orchestra, which was premiered in 1978. The concerto was notable for its use of Baroque forms and structures, as well as its incorporation of electronic elements. In the 1980s and 1990s, Stehlík continued to explore new musical directions. He became interested in the music of the Renaissance period, and he began incorporating elements of Renaissance music into his compositions. He also began experimenting with new forms of notation, and he created several works that used graphic notation and other unconventional forms of notation. One of Stehlík's most significant works from this period was his Symphony No. 5, which was premiered in 1992. The symphony was notable for its use of Renaissance forms and structures, as well as its incorporation of graphic notation. Throughout his career, Stehlík was known for his innovative and experimental approach to composition. He was constantly exploring new musical ideas and techniques, and his works were characterized by their originality and creativity. Stehlík's music has been performed by some of the leading orchestras and ensembles in the Czech Republic and around the world. His works have been praised for their originality, innovation, and beauty, and he is widely regarded as one of the most important Czech composers of the 20th century. Richard Stehlík passed away on December 31, 2016, at the age of 80. His legacy as a composer and innovator continues to inspire and influence musicians and composers around the world.

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