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Allison Loggins-Hull is a contemporary classical music composer, flutist, and educator. She was born on December 22, 1984, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and grew up in a musical family. Her mother was a pianist, and her father was a jazz saxophonist. Allison started playing the flute at the age of nine and quickly fell in love with the instrument. Allison attended the New World School of the Arts in Miami, where she studied classical flute performance. She then went on to earn a Bachelor of Music degree from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and a Master of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music. During her studies, Allison was exposed to a wide range of musical styles, including classical, jazz, and world music. After completing her education, Allison began to focus on composing music. Her compositions are influenced by her diverse musical background and often incorporate elements of jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music. She has been praised for her ability to blend these different styles into a cohesive and unique sound. One of Allison's early compositions, "The Drowned Woman," was premiered by the International Contemporary Ensemble in 2010. The piece was inspired by a poem by Sylvia Plath and features haunting flute melodies and electronic sounds. It was well-received by critics and established Allison as a rising star in the contemporary classical music world. In 2012, Allison released her debut album, "Flute Loops," which features her own compositions for flute and electronics. The album showcases Allison's innovative approach to the flute, using looping and other effects to create complex and layered textures. It received critical acclaim and was named one of the top classical albums of the year by NPR. Allison's music has been performed by a variety of ensembles, including the American Composers Orchestra, the Albany Symphony, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. She has also collaborated with a number of musicians and artists, including rapper and producer Q-Tip and visual artist Derrick Adams. One of Allison's most notable works is "Rituals of Fire," a concerto for flute and orchestra that was commissioned by the Albany Symphony. The piece was inspired by the music and culture of the Yoruba people of Nigeria and features intricate flute melodies and rhythmic percussion. It was premiered in 2018 and received rave reviews from critics. In addition to her work as a composer, Allison is also an active performer and educator. She has performed at venues and festivals around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Montreux Jazz Festival. She is also a faculty member at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music and has taught masterclasses and workshops at universities and music schools across the United States. Allison's music is known for its emotional depth and innovative approach to classical music. She has been praised for her ability to blend different musical styles and create a sound that is both unique and accessible. Her compositions have been performed by some of the world's leading ensembles and have earned her a reputation as one of the most exciting young composers working today.

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