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Moses Milner was a classical music composer who was born on May 15, 1921, in New York City. He was the youngest of three children born to Russian Jewish immigrants. His father was a tailor, and his mother was a homemaker. Milner showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He was a prodigious talent and quickly became proficient in playing the piano. Milner's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. They enrolled him in the Juilliard School of Music, where he studied piano and composition. Milner was a dedicated student and spent long hours practicing and studying music theory. He was also influenced by the works of classical composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. After graduating from Juilliard, Milner began his career as a composer. He wrote music for a variety of mediums, including orchestras, chamber ensembles, and solo instruments. His early works were heavily influenced by the classical composers he admired, but he soon developed his own unique style. One of Milner's early successes was his composition "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," which was premiered by the New York Philharmonic in 1950. The concerto was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it established Milner as a rising star in the classical music world. Milner continued to compose throughout the 1950s and 1960s, and his works were performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world. He was known for his use of unconventional harmonies and rhythms, which gave his music a distinctive sound. Some of his most notable works from this period include "Symphony No. 1," "String Quartet No. 2," and "Sonata for Violin and Piano." In the 1970s, Milner began to experiment with electronic music. He was fascinated by the possibilities of using synthesizers and other electronic instruments to create new sounds and textures. He composed several works for electronic instruments, including "Electronic Symphony" and "Electronic Quartet." Milner's later works were more introspective and reflective. He was influenced by the minimalist movement in music, which emphasized simplicity and repetition. Some of his most notable works from this period include "Piano Sonata No. 3" and "String Quartet No. 5." Milner continued to compose until his death in 1999. He left behind a legacy of innovative and influential works that continue to be performed and studied by musicians and music lovers around the world. His contributions to the classical music world have earned him a place among the great composers of the 20th century.

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