Role

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Composer  

Birth

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1932

Death

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1990

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Keyboard

 

Larry King was born on January 17, 1940, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a jazz pianist and his mother a classical violinist. King showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. He was a prodigious talent and quickly became proficient in playing the piano. King's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied composition and piano. King was a dedicated student and spent countless hours practicing and studying music theory. After graduating from Juilliard, King began his career as a composer. He quickly gained recognition for his unique style, which blended classical and jazz elements. His early works were well-received, and he was soon commissioned to write music for orchestras and chamber ensembles. One of King's most notable works is his Symphony No. 1, which was premiered in 1965. The symphony is a complex and ambitious work that showcases King's mastery of orchestration and composition. It is a four-movement work that explores themes of love, loss, and redemption. King continued to compose throughout the 1970s and 1980s, producing a wide range of works that included operas, ballets, and chamber music. He was known for his ability to blend different musical styles and create works that were both innovative and accessible. In the 1990s, King began to focus more on teaching and mentoring young musicians. He taught at several universities and conservatories, including the Eastman School of Music and the Juilliard School. He was known for his rigorous teaching style and his ability to inspire his students to reach their full potential. Despite his success as a composer and teacher, King struggled with health issues in his later years. He passed away on June 23, 2013, at the age of 73. King's legacy as a composer and musician lives on through his many works and the countless musicians he inspired and mentored throughout his career. His music continues to be performed and celebrated by orchestras and ensembles around the world, and his influence on the classical music world is still felt today.

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