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John Nesbett was a renowned classical music composer who was born on May 12, 1925, in London, England. He was the youngest of three children born to a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Nesbett's parents recognized his musical talent at an early age and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Nesbett began his musical education at the age of six when he started taking piano lessons. He showed a natural aptitude for the instrument and quickly progressed. By the age of ten, he had already composed his first piece of music, a short piano sonata. His parents were impressed by his talent and enrolled him in the Royal Academy of Music in London. At the Royal Academy of Music, Nesbett studied composition under the tutelage of some of the most prominent composers of the time. He was particularly influenced by the works of Benjamin Britten and Igor Stravinsky. Nesbett's early compositions were heavily influenced by these composers, but he soon developed his own unique style. Nesbett's first major composition was his Symphony No. 1, which he completed in 1950. The symphony was well-received by critics and established Nesbett as a promising young composer. He continued to compose symphonies throughout his career, with his Symphony No. 5 being considered his masterpiece. In addition to his symphonies, Nesbett composed numerous other works, including concertos, chamber music, and operas. His most famous opera is "The Tempest," which was based on the play by William Shakespeare. The opera premiered in 1962 and was a critical and commercial success. Nesbett's music was known for its complexity and emotional depth. He often used unconventional harmonies and rhythms, which gave his music a unique sound. His compositions were also known for their use of orchestration, with Nesbett often using unusual combinations of instruments to create new and interesting sounds. Throughout his career, Nesbett received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. He was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1972 and was knighted in 1985. He also received the prestigious Grawemeyer Award for Music Composition in 1990. Nesbett continued to compose music until his death in 2003 at the age of 78. His legacy as one of the greatest classical music composers of the 20th century lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and admired by musicians and music lovers around the world.

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