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Tom Kitt is a renowned American composer, arranger, and orchestrator who has made significant contributions to the world of musical theatre and film. Born on October 14, 1974, in New York City, Tom Kitt grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Steven Kitt, was a composer and conductor, while his mother, Susan, was a singer and actress. Tom Kitt's exposure to music from an early age played a significant role in shaping his career as a composer. Kitt attended Columbia University, where he studied music composition and theory. During his time at Columbia, he was a member of the Columbia Kingsmen, an all-male a cappella group. After graduating from Columbia, Kitt began his career as a composer, working on various projects in the music industry. One of Kitt's early works was the musical "Feeling Electric," which he co-wrote with Brian Yorkey. The musical premiered in 2004 at the New York Musical Theatre Festival and received critical acclaim. The success of "Feeling Electric" led to Kitt and Yorkey collaborating on several other projects, including the musical "Next to Normal." "Next to Normal" premiered off-Broadway in 2008 and later moved to Broadway, where it won three Tony Awards, including Best Original Score. The musical tells the story of a family dealing with the mother's bipolar disorder and the impact it has on their lives. Kitt's music for "Next to Normal" is a blend of rock, pop, and classical music, and it received widespread praise for its emotional depth and complexity. In addition to his work in musical theatre, Kitt has also composed music for film and television. He worked on the score for the film "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1" and contributed music to the television series "Sesame Street" and "The Good Fight." Kitt's other notable works include the musical "If/Then," which premiered on Broadway in 2014 and starred Idina Menzel. The musical explores the different paths a person's life can take based on the choices they make. Kitt's music for "If/Then" is a mix of pop and contemporary musical theatre styles, and it received critical acclaim for its catchy melodies and relatable lyrics. Kitt has also worked on several other musicals, including "High Fidelity," "Bring It On: The Musical," and "Freaky Friday." His music has been performed by some of the biggest names in the music industry, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Pops, and the National Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his work as a composer, Kitt is also an accomplished orchestrator and arranger. He has worked on the orchestrations for several Broadway shows, including "American Idiot," "The SpongeBob Musical," and "Jagged Little Pill." Kitt's contributions to the world of musical theatre have been recognized with numerous awards and nominations. In addition to his Tony Awards for "Next to Normal," he has also received a Drama Desk Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award, and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. In conclusion, Tom Kitt is a talented composer, arranger, and orchestrator who has made significant contributions to the world of musical theatre and film. His music is a blend of different styles, including rock, pop, and classical music, and it has received widespread praise for its emotional depth and complexity. Kitt's work has been performed by some of the biggest names in the music industry, and he has received numerous awards and nominations for his contributions to the arts.

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