Role

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Composer

Country

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Argentina

Birth

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November 16, 1957 in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Death

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February 3, 2008 in El Cerrito, CA

Period

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Contemporary

Genre

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Orchestral

 

Jorge Liderman was a renowned classical music composer born on January 16, 1957, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was raised in a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known composer and conductor. Liderman began his musical education at a young age, studying piano and composition with his father. He later went on to study at the National Conservatory of Music in Buenos Aires, where he received a degree in composition. After completing his studies, Liderman moved to the United States to pursue further education in music. He enrolled at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Ph.D. in composition. During his time at Berkeley, Liderman studied with some of the most prominent composers of the time, including Andrew Imbrie, Olly Wilson, and Gerard Grisey. Liderman's music is characterized by its unique blend of classical and contemporary styles. He was heavily influenced by the music of his native Argentina, as well as by the avant-garde music of the 20th century. His compositions often feature complex rhythms, intricate harmonies, and unconventional instrumentation. One of Liderman's most notable works is his chamber opera "Antigona Furiosa," which was premiered in 1991. The opera is based on the Greek tragedy "Antigone" by Sophocles and tells the story of a woman who defies the laws of the state to bury her brother. Liderman's score for the opera is a powerful and emotional work that combines elements of classical and contemporary music. Another significant work by Liderman is his "Concierto de Camara," which was premiered in 1995. The piece is a concerto for guitar and chamber ensemble and features a virtuosic solo part for the guitar. The work is notable for its use of unconventional harmonies and rhythms, as well as its incorporation of elements of Argentine folk music. Liderman's music has been performed by some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the New York Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He was also a prolific composer of chamber music, with works for a variety of ensembles, including string quartets, wind quintets, and piano trios. In addition to his work as a composer, Liderman was also a respected educator. He taught composition at the University of California, Berkeley, and later at the University of California, Los Angeles. He was known for his dedication to his students and for his innovative teaching methods. Tragically, Liderman's life was cut short when he passed away on February 3, 2018, at the age of 61. His death was a great loss to the world of classical music, but his legacy lives on through his music and the countless musicians and students he inspired throughout his career.

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