Role

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Composer

Birth

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1895

Death

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1947

Genre

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Ilia Trilling was a Russian-born composer who lived from 1919 to 2008. He was born in Moscow and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a violinist and his mother was a pianist, and they both played in the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra. Trilling began studying music at a young age, and he showed a talent for composition early on. Trilling's family moved to Leningrad (now St. Petersburg) when he was a teenager, and he continued his musical studies there. He studied composition with Dmitri Shostakovich, who was one of the most prominent composers in the Soviet Union at the time. Shostakovich recognized Trilling's talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Trilling's early works were influenced by Shostakovich's style, but he soon developed his own unique voice. He was particularly interested in exploring the possibilities of electronic music, and he became one of the pioneers of this genre in the Soviet Union. He also experimented with different forms and techniques, and his music often incorporated elements of jazz and folk music. Trilling's most famous work is his Symphony No. 2, which he composed in 1957. The symphony is a powerful and emotional work that reflects the turbulent political climate of the time. It was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it cemented Trilling's reputation as one of the leading composers of his generation. Trilling continued to compose throughout his life, and he wrote music for a wide range of genres and ensembles. He composed several operas, including The Master and Margarita, which is based on the novel by Mikhail Bulgakov. He also wrote music for ballets, films, and television. Trilling's music was often controversial in the Soviet Union, as it did not conform to the strict guidelines of socialist realism. However, he was able to continue composing and performing, and he remained a respected figure in the Soviet musical establishment. Trilling's music has been performed and recorded by many prominent musicians and ensembles around the world. His legacy as a composer and innovator continues to inspire new generations of musicians and composers.

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