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Regina Wittemeier was a German classical music composer born on May 12, 1965, in Berlin, Germany. She was the youngest of three children born to a family of musicians. Her father was a pianist, and her mother was a violinist. Her siblings were also musically inclined, with her brother playing the cello and her sister playing the flute. Wittemeier showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. She quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument and began taking lessons from her father. By the age of six, she had already composed her first piece of music, a short piano piece that she played for her family. As she grew older, Wittemeier continued to study music and began to explore other instruments. She learned to play the violin and the cello and began to experiment with composing for these instruments as well. She also began to study music theory and composition, taking lessons from several prominent composers in Germany. In 1983, Wittemeier enrolled at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin, where she studied composition with the renowned composer Friedrich Goldmann. During her time at the conservatory, she composed several works for orchestra, including her first symphony, which was performed by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra in 1986. After graduating from the conservatory in 1987, Wittemeier began to establish herself as a composer in Germany. She received several commissions for new works, including a chamber opera that was performed at the Berlin State Opera in 1990. She also began to teach composition at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler, where she remained on the faculty for several years. In the early 1990s, Wittemeier began to gain international recognition for her work. Her music was performed at several prominent festivals, including the Salzburg Festival and the Venice Biennale. She also received commissions from orchestras and ensembles in the United States and Europe. One of Wittemeier's most notable works is her Symphony No. 2, which was commissioned by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in 1995. The piece is a complex and challenging work that showcases Wittemeier's skill as a composer. It features intricate rhythms, dense harmonies, and a wide range of orchestral colors. Wittemeier continued to compose throughout the 1990s and 2000s, producing a wide range of works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and solo instruments. Her music is characterized by its complexity and its use of unconventional harmonies and rhythms. She often draws inspiration from literature and visual art, and her works often have a narrative quality. In addition to her work as a composer, Wittemeier was also a dedicated teacher. She taught composition at several universities in Germany and was known for her ability to inspire and challenge her students. Many of her former students have gone on to successful careers as composers and performers. Regina Wittemeier passed away on June 15, 2015, at the age of 50. She left behind a legacy of innovative and challenging music that continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. Her contributions to the world of classical music have earned her a place among the most important composers of her generation.

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