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Jess Langston Turner was born on August 22, 1978, in the small town of Tifton, Georgia. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. He began playing the piano at the age of six and soon started composing his own music. Turner's musical education began at the University of Georgia, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in composition. He then went on to earn a Master of Music degree in composition from the University of Michigan. During his time at Michigan, he studied with some of the most renowned composers of our time, including William Bolcom, Michael Daugherty, and Bright Sheng. After completing his studies, Turner began his career as a composer, and his works quickly gained recognition. His music has been performed by some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. One of Turner's most notable works is his Symphony No. 1, which was commissioned by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and premiered in 2010. The symphony is a powerful and emotional work that showcases Turner's skill as a composer. It has been praised for its intricate orchestration and its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions in the listener. Another of Turner's notable works is his Concerto for Piano and Orchestra, which was commissioned by the New York Philharmonic and premiered in 2014. The concerto is a virtuosic work that showcases the talents of both the soloist and the orchestra. It has been praised for its technical brilliance and its ability to captivate audiences. In addition to his orchestral works, Turner has also composed a number of chamber music pieces. One of his most notable chamber works is his String Quartet No. 1, which was premiered by the Kronos Quartet in 2008. The quartet is a haunting and beautiful work that showcases Turner's ability to create intricate and complex textures with just four instruments. Turner's music is often characterized by its emotional intensity and its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions in the listener. His works are often inspired by personal experiences and emotions, and he has said that he sees music as a way to express the things that cannot be put into words. In addition to his work as a composer, Turner is also an accomplished conductor. He has conducted a number of orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He has been praised for his ability to bring out the best in the musicians he works with and for his skill in interpreting complex and challenging works. Turner's music has been recognized with a number of awards and honors. In 2012, he was awarded the Guggenheim Fellowship, which is one of the most prestigious awards in the arts. The fellowship is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional creativity and promise in their field. In addition to the Guggenheim Fellowship, Turner has also been awarded the Rome Prize, the Charles Ives Fellowship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and the ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Award. Today, Turner is considered one of the most important composers of his generation. His music has been performed around the world and has been praised for its emotional depth, technical brilliance, and ability to connect with audiences.

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