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Brett Stewart was a classical music composer who was born on May 12, 1978, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Stewart was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Stewart's musical talent was evident from an early age, and he began composing his own music when he was just eight years old. He continued to study music throughout his childhood and teenage years, attending the Juilliard School in New York City for his undergraduate degree in composition. After completing his undergraduate studies, Stewart went on to earn a master's degree in composition from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. During this time, he studied under some of the most renowned composers of the time, including John Harbison and Michael Gandolfi. Stewart's early compositions were heavily influenced by the works of classical composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. However, as he continued to develop his own style, he began to incorporate elements of jazz and other genres into his music. One of Stewart's most notable works is his Symphony No. 1, which was composed in 2005. The symphony is a four-movement work that showcases Stewart's ability to blend classical and jazz elements seamlessly. The first movement, titled "Allegro con brio," is a lively and energetic piece that features a prominent trumpet solo. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slower and more contemplative piece that features a haunting melody played by the strings. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and upbeat piece that features a lively rhythm and a prominent clarinet solo. The final movement, "Allegro molto," is a fast-paced and exciting piece that brings the symphony to a thrilling conclusion. Another notable work by Stewart is his Piano Concerto, which was composed in 2010. The concerto is a three-movement work that features a solo piano accompanied by a full orchestra. The first movement, "Allegro," is a fast-paced and virtuosic piece that showcases the pianist's technical abilities. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slower and more introspective piece that features a beautiful melody played by the piano. The final movement, "Allegro vivace," is a lively and energetic piece that brings the concerto to a thrilling conclusion. Stewart's music has been performed by some of the most renowned orchestras and ensembles in the world, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2012. Tragically, Stewart's life was cut short when he passed away in a car accident in 2015 at the age of 37. However, his legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and celebrated by musicians and audiences around the world.

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