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Matthew Schoendorff was a classical music composer born on May 12, 1985, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a professional pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Schoendorff showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Schoendorff's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue music seriously. He began taking piano lessons with his father and later studied at the Juilliard School in New York City. He also studied composition with renowned composers such as John Corigliano and Christopher Rouse. Schoendorff's early compositions were heavily influenced by the classical music of the Romantic era, particularly the works of Chopin and Liszt. However, as he matured as a composer, he began to incorporate more modern elements into his music, drawing inspiration from composers such as Stravinsky and Bartok. One of Schoendorff's early works, his Piano Sonata No. 1, was composed when he was just 18 years old. The piece showcases his technical prowess on the piano and his ability to create complex, multi-layered compositions. The sonata was well-received by critics and helped establish Schoendorff as a promising young composer. In 2007, Schoendorff composed his first orchestral work, a piece titled "Symphony No. 1." The symphony was a departure from his earlier works, featuring a more modern, dissonant sound. The piece was performed by the New York Philharmonic and received critical acclaim. Over the next few years, Schoendorff continued to compose orchestral works, including his "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra" and "Symphony No. 2." These pieces showcased his ability to create complex, multi-movement works that were both technically challenging and emotionally powerful. In addition to his orchestral works, Schoendorff also composed a number of chamber music pieces, including his "String Quartet No. 1" and "Sonata for Violin and Piano." These works demonstrated his ability to create intimate, nuanced compositions that were well-suited for smaller ensembles. Schoendorff's music has been performed by a number of prominent orchestras and ensembles, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Kronos Quartet. He has also received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Award and the Charles Ives Scholarship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Despite his success as a composer, Schoendorff remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to study and refine his technique throughout his career, always striving to create music that was both innovative and emotionally resonant. Tragically, Schoendorff's life was cut short when he passed away in a car accident in 2012 at the age of 27. However, his legacy as a composer lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and celebrated by musicians and audiences around the world.

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