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Composer Conductor  

Birth

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December 5, 1964

Genre

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Film

 

 

Orchestral

 

Cliff Eidelman is an American composer, conductor, and orchestrator who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on December 5, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, Eidelman grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, which exposed him to music at an early age. Eidelman began his musical education at the age of six, studying piano and composition. He later attended the University of Southern California, where he studied composition with David Raksin and conducting with Daniel Lewis. During his time at USC, Eidelman composed his first symphony, which was performed by the university's orchestra. After graduating from USC, Eidelman began his career as a composer and orchestrator for film and television. He worked on a variety of projects, including the television series "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and the film "The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride." However, Eidelman's true passion was classical music, and he continued to compose and conduct orchestral works in his spare time. In 1988, Eidelman received his first major commission from the Seattle Symphony Orchestra. The commission was for a piece called "Symphony for Orchestra and Jazz Band," which combined elements of classical music and jazz. The piece was well-received and helped establish Eidelman as a rising star in the classical music world. Eidelman's next major commission came from the London Symphony Orchestra in 1991. The commission was for a piece called "The Creation," which was based on the biblical story of creation. The piece was performed at the Barbican Centre in London and was also recorded for CD release. "The Creation" received critical acclaim and helped solidify Eidelman's reputation as a composer of large-scale works. In 1992, Eidelman received another major commission, this time from the Minnesota Orchestra. The commission was for a piece called "Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country Suite," which was based on Eidelman's score for the film "Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country." The suite was performed by the Minnesota Orchestra and was also recorded for CD release. The suite was a commercial success and helped introduce Eidelman's music to a wider audience. Eidelman continued to compose and conduct orchestral works throughout the 1990s and 2000s. In 1995, he composed a piece called "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra," which was performed by the London Symphony Orchestra. In 2001, he composed a piece called "Symphony for Orchestra and Chorus," which was performed by the Pacific Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. In addition to his work as a composer, Eidelman has also worked as a conductor. He has conducted a variety of orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Seattle Symphony Orchestra, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also conducted a number of film scores, including the scores for "Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country" and "Christopher Columbus: The Discovery." Eidelman's music is characterized by its lush orchestration and emotional depth. He often incorporates elements of jazz and popular music into his compositions, creating a unique and eclectic sound. His music has been compared to that of composers such as John Williams and Jerry Goldsmith, and he is considered one of the leading composers of his generation. In conclusion, Cliff Eidelman is a talented composer and conductor who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music.

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