Role

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Composer Conductor  

Birth

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August 7, 1979 in London, England

Period

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Contemporary

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Benjamin Wallfisch is a British composer, conductor, and pianist who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on October 7, 1979, in London, Wallfisch grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Raphael Wallfisch, is a renowned cellist, and his mother, Elizabeth Wallfisch, is a violinist. From a young age, Wallfisch was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Wallfisch attended the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied composition and piano. He also studied conducting with Sir Colin Davis and George Hurst. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music, Wallfisch began his career as a composer and conductor. One of Wallfisch's early successes was his composition of the score for the film "Dear Wendy" in 2005. The film, directed by Thomas Vinterberg, received critical acclaim, and Wallfisch's score was praised for its emotional depth and complexity. In 2006, Wallfisch was commissioned to compose the score for the film "The Escapist." The film, directed by Rupert Wyatt, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was praised for its innovative storytelling and strong performances. Wallfisch's score was also highly praised and earned him a nomination for the Ivor Novello Award for Best Original Film Score. Wallfisch continued to work on film scores throughout the 2000s and 2010s, composing music for films such as "A Cure for Wellness," "Hidden Figures," and "Blade Runner 2049." His work on "Blade Runner 2049" earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Original Score. In addition to his work in film, Wallfisch has also composed music for the concert hall. His works have been performed by orchestras around the world, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. One of Wallfisch's most notable works for the concert hall is his oratorio "The Flood," which premiered in 2018. The piece, which was commissioned by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, tells the story of the biblical flood through music and text. The premiere was highly praised, with critics calling it "powerful" and "moving." Wallfisch has also conducted orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. In 2019, he was appointed as the principal conductor of the English Chamber Orchestra. Throughout his career, Wallfisch has received numerous awards and accolades for his work. In addition to his Ivor Novello and Academy Award nominations, he has also won a BMI Film Music Award, a Hollywood Music in Media Award, and a World Soundtrack Award. Wallfisch's work has been praised for its emotional depth, technical skill, and ability to tell a story through music. He has become one of the most sought-after composers and conductors in the world of classical music, and his work continues to inspire and move audiences around the world.

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