Role

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Composer

Birth

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June 24, 1920

Period

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Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Bernhard Krol was a German composer and horn player who was born on June 7, 1920, in Berlin, Germany. He was the son of a horn player and began playing the instrument at a young age. Krol's father was a member of the Berlin Philharmonic, and he encouraged his son to pursue a career in music. Krol studied at the Berlin Conservatory and later at the Hochschule für Musik in Berlin. He was a talented horn player and won several awards for his performances. Krol also studied composition with Boris Blacher and Ernst Pepping. During World War II, Krol served in the German army and was captured by the Allies. He spent several years as a prisoner of war in England, where he continued to play the horn and compose music. After the war, Krol returned to Germany and resumed his career as a musician. Krol's compositions are primarily for the horn, but he also wrote for other instruments and ensembles. His music is characterized by its lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and inventive use of the horn. Krol's works are often challenging for the performer, requiring a high level of technical skill and musicality. One of Krol's most famous works is his Laudatio for Solo Horn, which was written in 1965. The piece is a tribute to the horn and showcases the instrument's range and versatility. The Laudatio has become a staple of the horn repertoire and is often performed in competitions and recitals. Another notable work by Krol is his Concerto for Horn and Strings, which was written in 1954. The piece is a virtuosic showcase for the horn and features challenging technical passages and lyrical melodies. The Concerto has become a popular work in the horn repertoire and is often performed by professional horn players. Krol also wrote several works for horn and piano, including his Sonata for Horn and Piano, which was written in 1952. The Sonata is a challenging work for both the horn player and the pianist and features complex rhythms and harmonies. In addition to his compositions, Krol was also a respected horn teacher. He taught at the Hochschule für Musik in Berlin and later at the Musikhochschule in Stuttgart. Krol's students included many successful horn players, and his teaching had a significant impact on the development of the horn as a solo instrument. Bernhard Krol died on March 22, 2013, in Mönchengladbach, Germany. He was 92 years old. Krol's legacy as a composer and horn player continues to be celebrated by musicians and audiences around the world. His works remain an important part of the horn repertoire and are admired for their technical and musical challenges.

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