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Joachim Horsley is a contemporary classical music composer, pianist, and arranger. He was born on October 17, 1983, in London, England, to a family of musicians. His father was a jazz pianist, and his mother was a classical pianist. Horsley grew up in a musical environment and started playing the piano at the age of four. Horsley's family moved to the United States when he was six years old, and he continued his musical education there. He attended the Manhattan School of Music Pre-College Division and later studied at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. Horsley graduated from Berklee in 2005 with a degree in film scoring and composition. After graduating from Berklee, Horsley moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in music. He started working as a composer and arranger for film and television, and his work can be heard in numerous movies and TV shows, including "The Simpsons," "American Idol," and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." In addition to his work in film and television, Horsley has also composed classical music. His compositions are influenced by a variety of musical styles, including classical, jazz, and world music. He has written pieces for solo piano, chamber ensembles, and orchestras. One of Horsley's most notable works is his "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," which was premiered by the Boston Pops Orchestra in 2017. The concerto is a three-movement work that showcases Horsley's virtuosic piano playing and his ability to blend different musical styles. The piece has been praised for its energy, creativity, and originality. Horsley has also written several works for solo piano, including his "Etudes for Piano," which are a set of twelve pieces that explore different technical and musical challenges for the pianist. The etudes are influenced by a variety of musical styles, including jazz, rock, and classical music. In addition to his original compositions, Horsley is also known for his arrangements of popular songs. He has arranged songs by artists such as Michael Jackson, Queen, and The Beatles for solo piano and chamber ensembles. His arrangements are known for their creativity and ability to bring new life to familiar songs. Horsley's music has been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world, including the Boston Pops Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has also performed as a solo pianist and has given concerts in the United States, Europe, and Asia. In addition to his work as a composer and pianist, Horsley is also a music educator. He has taught at the Berklee College of Music and has given masterclasses and workshops around the world. He is known for his ability to inspire and motivate young musicians and for his innovative teaching methods. Overall, Joachim Horsley is a talented and versatile musician who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. His compositions and arrangements are known for their creativity, energy, and originality, and his performances as a pianist are virtuosic and inspiring. Horsley's music is a testament to his passion for music and his ability to blend different musical styles into a unique and compelling sound.

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