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Christoph Schiller is a Swiss musician and composer who has made significant contributions to the field of contemporary classical music. Born in 1963 in Stuttgart, Germany, Schiller grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to classical music from a young age. He began playing the piano at the age of six and later studied musicology and philosophy at the University of Basel. Schiller's interest in experimental music led him to explore the possibilities of the harpsichord, an instrument that had fallen out of favor in the classical music world. He began experimenting with different techniques and approaches to playing the harpsichord, including using extended techniques such as plucking the strings and using objects to alter the sound. In the early 1990s, Schiller became involved in the European improvisation scene, collaborating with musicians such as Günter Müller and Thomas Lehn. He also began performing solo concerts, using his unique approach to the harpsichord to create a sound that was both innovative and deeply rooted in the classical tradition. Schiller's first solo album, "Variations," was released in 1998 and received critical acclaim for its inventive use of the harpsichord. He continued to perform and record throughout the 2000s, collaborating with a wide range of musicians and composers. One of Schiller's most notable collaborations was with the composer and saxophonist Michael Vorfeld. The duo released several albums together, including "Flügel" and "Kreisel," which showcased their unique blend of improvisation and composition. In addition to his work as a performer and composer, Schiller has also been involved in music education. He has taught at the Hochschule für Musik Basel and the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hamburg, and has led workshops and masterclasses around the world. Schiller's contributions to the field of contemporary classical music have been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2006, he was awarded the Swiss Music Prize, and in 2012 he received the Berlin Art Prize. His work has been featured in numerous festivals and exhibitions, including the Venice Biennale and the Donaueschingen Festival. Today, Schiller continues to push the boundaries of classical music, exploring new techniques and approaches to the harpsichord and collaborating with a diverse range of musicians and artists. His innovative work has earned him a reputation as one of the most important figures in contemporary classical music, and his influence can be heard in the work of countless musicians and composers around the world.

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