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Judd Greenstein is a contemporary classical music composer who was born on August 14, 1979, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a composer and his mother a pianist. Greenstein began playing the piano at a young age and later learned to play the guitar and bass. He attended Yale University, where he studied music composition and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2001. After completing his undergraduate studies, Greenstein moved to New York City to pursue a career in music composition. He co-founded the NOW Ensemble, a contemporary classical music group that combines acoustic and electronic instruments. The group has released several albums and has performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. Greenstein's music is known for its blend of classical and popular music styles. He often incorporates elements of rock, jazz, and folk music into his compositions. His works have been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world, including the Minnesota Orchestra, the American Composers Orchestra, and the Kronos Quartet. One of Greenstein's most notable works is his piece "Change," which was commissioned by the Minnesota Orchestra in 2013. The piece is a tribute to the late composer Steve Reich and features a minimalist style with repetitive patterns and shifting harmonies. "Change" has been performed by several orchestras and was named one of the top classical music recordings of 2015 by The New York Times. Another notable work by Greenstein is his opera "A Marvelous Order," which premiered in 2019. The opera tells the story of the creation of the iconic New York City building, the Brooklyn Bridge. The music combines classical and folk styles and features a libretto by poet Tracy K. Smith. "A Marvelous Order" received critical acclaim and was named one of the best classical music recordings of 2019 by The New Yorker. In addition to his work as a composer, Greenstein is also a co-founder of New Amsterdam Records, a record label that specializes in contemporary classical music. The label has released over 100 albums by artists such as Nico Muhly, Missy Mazzoli, and William Brittelle. Greenstein has received numerous awards and honors for his work as a composer, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, a United States Artists Fellowship, and a New Music USA Award. He has also been a resident composer at several institutions, including the American Academy in Rome and the MacDowell Colony. Overall, Judd Greenstein is a prominent figure in the contemporary classical music world. His music combines classical and popular music styles and has been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world. He is also a co-founder of New Amsterdam Records and has received numerous awards and honors for his work as a composer.

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