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Composer

Country

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Spain

Birth

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May 30, 1961 in Madrid, Spain

 

Jesus Rueda is a Spanish composer who was born on December 16, 1961, in Madrid, Spain. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a composer and his mother a pianist. From a young age, Rueda was exposed to classical music and began studying piano and composition at the Madrid Royal Conservatory. Rueda continued his studies at the Paris Conservatory, where he studied with renowned composers such as Gerard Grisey and Tristan Murail. During this time, Rueda developed a deep interest in contemporary music and began experimenting with new techniques and sounds in his compositions. In 1991, Rueda returned to Spain and began teaching composition at the Madrid Royal Conservatory. He quickly gained recognition for his innovative and unique style, which blended traditional classical music with contemporary techniques and sounds. One of Rueda's most notable works is his opera "Lorca, Child of the Moon," which premiered in 2007 at the Teatro Real in Madrid. The opera is based on the life and work of Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca and explores themes of love, death, and the struggle for artistic expression. The opera was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and cemented Rueda's reputation as one of Spain's most important contemporary composers. Rueda has also composed numerous orchestral works, including his Symphony No. 2, which premiered in 2003 at the Auditorio Nacional de Musica in Madrid. The symphony is a complex and intricate work that showcases Rueda's mastery of orchestration and his ability to create rich and dynamic textures. In addition to his work as a composer, Rueda is also a respected music educator. He has taught at the Madrid Royal Conservatory, the Paris Conservatory, and the University of California, Berkeley. He has also served as a guest lecturer and conductor at numerous institutions around the world. Throughout his career, Rueda has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 2007, he was awarded the National Music Prize by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, and in 2011 he was elected to the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando. Today, Rueda continues to compose and teach, and his work remains an important part of the contemporary classical music canon. His innovative and unique style has inspired countless musicians and composers around the world, and his legacy will continue to shape the future of classical music for generations to come.

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