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Dylan Mattingly is a contemporary classical music composer who was born on December 17, 1991, in Oakland, California. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his mother being a pianist and his father a composer. Mattingly started playing the piano at a young age and began composing music when he was just 10 years old. Mattingly attended the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he studied composition with David Conte and Dan Becker. He also studied with John Adams at the Pacific Music Festival in Sapporo, Japan. Mattingly went on to earn a Bachelor of Music degree from the Yale School of Music, where he studied with Martin Bresnick and Christopher Theofanidis. Mattingly's music is known for its eclectic style, blending elements of classical, rock, and folk music. He has been influenced by a wide range of composers, including Beethoven, Mahler, Stravinsky, and John Adams. Mattingly's compositions often feature complex rhythms, unconventional harmonies, and a wide range of instrumental colors. One of Mattingly's most notable works is his opera, "Stranger Love." The opera tells the story of a young woman who falls in love with a stranger she meets on a train. The piece explores themes of love, identity, and the search for meaning in life. "Stranger Love" premiered in 2015 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, where it was performed by the ensemble Contemporaneous. Another notable work by Mattingly is his orchestral piece, "Atlas of Somewhere on the Way to Howland Island." The piece is inspired by the disappearance of aviator Amelia Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan during their attempt to fly around the world in 1937. The piece features a wide range of instrumental colors, including a solo cello, a prepared piano, and a percussion section that includes a typewriter. "Atlas of Somewhere on the Way to Howland Island" premiered in 2013 at the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music. Mattingly has also composed a number of chamber music works, including "Lighthouse (Refugee Music by a Pacific Expatriate)," which was commissioned by the Kronos Quartet. The piece is inspired by the refugee crisis and features a wide range of musical styles, including Middle Eastern and Balkan folk music. "Lighthouse" premiered in 2016 at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. In addition to his work as a composer, Mattingly is also an advocate for social justice and environmental causes. He has worked with organizations such as the Sierra Club and the Natural Resources Defense Council to raise awareness about climate change and other environmental issues. Mattingly's music has been performed by a wide range of ensembles, including the San Francisco Symphony, the New World Symphony, and the American Composers Orchestra. He has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Charles Ives Scholarship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Award. In conclusion, Dylan Mattingly is a talented and innovative composer who has made significant contributions to the world of contemporary classical music. His eclectic style and commitment to social justice and environmental causes have made him a unique and important voice in the music world. With his continued dedication to his craft, Mattingly is sure to create many more exciting and thought-provoking works in the years to come.

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