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Du Mingxin was a renowned Chinese composer who was born on August 27, 1928, in Shanghai, China. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father, Du Lianxi, was a famous composer and conductor. Du Mingxin showed an early interest in music and began studying the violin at the age of six. He later studied composition at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, where he was mentored by the famous composer He Luting. Du Mingxin's early compositions were heavily influenced by Western classical music, particularly the works of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky. However, he also drew inspiration from traditional Chinese music, and his compositions often incorporated elements of Chinese folk music and opera. One of Du Mingxin's most famous works is his "Yellow River Cantata," which he composed in 1939. The cantata is based on a poem by Guang Weiran, which tells the story of the Yellow River and the struggles of the Chinese people. The cantata became an instant hit and is still widely performed today. It has been described as a "musical monument to the Chinese people's struggle against imperialism and feudalism." Du Mingxin's other notable works include his "Symphony No. 1," which he composed in 1957. The symphony is a tribute to the Chinese people and their struggle for independence. It is a powerful and emotional work that has been praised for its use of traditional Chinese instruments and melodies. In addition to his compositions, Du Mingxin was also a respected conductor and music educator. He served as the director of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music from 1983 to 1987 and was a professor of composition at the conservatory for many years. Du Mingxin's contributions to Chinese classical music were recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was awarded the National Prize for Art and Literature in 1981 and was named a National First-Class Composer in 1983. He was also a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and served as a delegate to the National People's Congress. Du Mingxin passed away on December 23, 2016, at the age of 88. His legacy as one of China's greatest composers and musicians lives on through his music and the countless students he taught and inspired over the years.

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