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Composer

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Contemporary

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Chamber

 

 

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Steven Winteregg was an American composer of classical music, born on August 25, 1952, in Dayton, Ohio. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a church organist and his mother a pianist. Winteregg began playing the piano at a young age and later learned to play the trumpet and French horn. Winteregg attended the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in composition. He then went on to earn a Master of Music degree in composition from the University of Michigan. During his time at the University of Michigan, Winteregg studied with renowned composers William Bolcom and Leslie Bassett. After completing his studies, Winteregg began his career as a composer and educator. He taught at several universities, including Wright State University, where he served as the chair of the Department of Music. He also served as the composer-in-residence for the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. Throughout his career, Winteregg composed a wide range of works, including orchestral pieces, chamber music, and vocal music. His compositions have been performed by numerous orchestras and ensembles, including the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Cleveland Orchestra. One of Winteregg's most notable works is his Symphony No. 2, which was commissioned by the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in 1992. The symphony is a four-movement work that showcases Winteregg's skill as a composer. The first movement, titled "Fanfare," is a bold and energetic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the symphony. The second movement, "Elegy," is a somber and reflective piece that features a solo violin. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a lively and playful piece that showcases Winteregg's sense of humor. The final movement, "Finale," is a triumphant and celebratory piece that brings the symphony to a thrilling conclusion. Another notable work by Winteregg is his Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra, which was commissioned by the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in 1995. The concerto is a three-movement work that features the trumpet as the solo instrument. The first movement, "Allegro," is a fast and energetic piece that showcases the virtuosity of the trumpet. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slow and lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody played by the trumpet. The final movement, "Allegro con brio," is a lively and rhythmic piece that brings the concerto to a thrilling conclusion. In addition to his orchestral works, Winteregg also composed a number of chamber music pieces. One of his most notable chamber works is his String Quartet No. 2, which was commissioned by the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in 1997. The quartet is a four-movement work that showcases Winteregg's skill as a composer for small ensembles. The first movement, "Allegro," is a fast and energetic piece that features intricate interplay between the four instruments. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slow and lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody played by the first violin. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a lively and playful piece that showcases Winteregg's sense of humor. The final movement, "Finale," is a fast and exciting piece that brings the quartet to a thrilling conclusion. Throughout his career, Winteregg received numerous awards and honors for his compositions.

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