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Yotam Haber is a contemporary classical music composer who was born in Holland in 1976. He grew up in Israel and later moved to the United States to pursue his musical career. Haber's music is known for its unique blend of traditional and modern elements, and he has been praised for his ability to create works that are both emotionally powerful and intellectually stimulating. Haber began his musical training at a young age, studying piano and composition with various teachers in Israel. He later attended the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance, where he studied composition with Mark Kopytman and piano with Victor Derevianko. After completing his studies in Israel, Haber moved to the United States to continue his education. In the United States, Haber attended the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, where he earned a Master of Music degree in composition. He later earned a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in composition from Cornell University. While at Cornell, Haber studied with Steven Stucky, Roberto Sierra, and Kevin Ernste. Haber's early works were heavily influenced by his Jewish heritage and the music of the Middle East. His first major composition, "Kaddish," was written in memory of his grandfather and incorporates elements of Jewish liturgical music. Haber's later works have explored a wide range of themes and styles, including the natural world, politics, and the human condition. One of Haber's most notable works is "New Water Music," a piece for orchestra and electronics that was commissioned by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. The piece was inspired by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the rebuilding of New Orleans. Haber used field recordings of the city's soundscape, including the sounds of water and wind, to create a haunting and evocative work that captures the spirit of the city. Another notable work by Haber is "Estro Poetico-armonico III," a piece for string quartet and electronics that was commissioned by the Kronos Quartet. The piece is based on the music of the 17th-century Italian composer Barbara Strozzi and incorporates elements of electronic music and improvisation. The work has been praised for its innovative approach to combining historical and modern elements. Haber's music has been performed by a wide range of ensembles and orchestras, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the American Composers Orchestra, and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also been the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Rome Prize, the Guggenheim Fellowship, and the Charles Ives Fellowship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. In addition to his work as a composer, Haber is also an educator and has taught at a number of institutions, including the University of New Orleans, Tulane University, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He has also served as a guest lecturer and composer-in-residence at a number of universities and festivals around the world. Overall, Yotam Haber is a composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of contemporary classical music. His unique blend of traditional and modern elements, combined with his ability to create emotionally powerful and intellectually stimulating works, has earned him a place among the most innovative and exciting composers of his generation.

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