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Composer Conductor  

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Romantic

 

 

Contemporary

 

 

Modern

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Peter Tiefenbach is a Canadian composer and pianist who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born in 1959 in Toronto, Tiefenbach grew up in a musical family and began playing the piano at a young age. His father was a violinist and his mother was a pianist, and they both encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Tiefenbach studied at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. He then went on to study composition at the University of Toronto, where he earned a Master of Music degree. During his time at the University of Toronto, Tiefenbach studied with some of Canada's most renowned composers, including John Weinzweig and Samuel Dolin. Tiefenbach's early compositions were heavily influenced by the music of Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. He was particularly drawn to the clarity and simplicity of their music, and he sought to incorporate those qualities into his own compositions. His early works were characterized by their melodic beauty and their adherence to traditional forms. One of Tiefenbach's early successes was his composition "Three Songs for Soprano and Piano," which was premiered in 1985. The songs were well-received by audiences and critics alike, and they helped to establish Tiefenbach as a rising star in the Canadian classical music scene. Over the years, Tiefenbach has composed a wide variety of works, including chamber music, choral music, and operas. He has also written extensively for the piano, and his piano music is known for its technical virtuosity and its emotional depth. One of Tiefenbach's most notable works is his opera "The Shadow," which was premiered in 2009. The opera tells the story of a man who is haunted by the memory of his dead wife, and it explores themes of love, loss, and redemption. The opera was well-received by audiences and critics, and it helped to establish Tiefenbach as one of Canada's leading composers. In addition to his work as a composer, Tiefenbach is also an accomplished pianist. He has performed extensively throughout Canada and the United States, and he has collaborated with some of the world's leading musicians. He is known for his technical skill and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he plays. Tiefenbach's music has been performed by some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the National Arts Centre Orchestra, and the Canadian Opera Company. His music has also been featured in numerous film and television productions, including the hit CBC series "Anne with an E." Throughout his career, Tiefenbach has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the world of classical music. In 2007, he was awarded the Louis Applebaum Composers Award by the Canadian Music Centre, and in 2012 he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to Canadian culture. Today, Tiefenbach continues to compose and perform music that is both technically challenging and emotionally powerful. His music is beloved by audiences around the world, and he is widely regarded as one of Canada's most important composers.

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