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Martin Fondse is a Dutch composer and pianist who was born on May 30, 1967, in Bergen op Zoom, Netherlands. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a jazz pianist and his mother a classical singer. Fondse started playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. He went on to study at the Rotterdam Conservatory, where he received a degree in jazz piano. Fondse's early career was focused on jazz music, and he quickly established himself as a talented pianist and composer. He played with several jazz ensembles and recorded several albums, including "The Windmills of Your Mind" and "The Flirt." However, Fondse's interests soon expanded beyond jazz, and he began to explore other genres of music, including classical and world music. In the early 2000s, Fondse began to focus more on composing, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting composers in the Netherlands. His compositions are known for their eclectic mix of styles and influences, ranging from classical and jazz to world music and electronic music. One of Fondse's most notable works is his "Concerto for Accordion and Orchestra," which was commissioned by the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra in 2005. The piece features a solo accordionist accompanied by a full orchestra, and it showcases Fondse's unique blend of classical and world music influences. The concerto has been performed by several orchestras around the world, including the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Another highlight of Fondse's career is his work as a composer for film and television. He has composed music for several Dutch films, including "The Storm" and "The Heineken Kidnapping," as well as for television shows such as "Penoza" and "Hollands Hoop." Fondse's film and television work has earned him several awards, including a Golden Calf for Best Music in a Feature Film. In addition to his work as a composer, Fondse is also an accomplished pianist and bandleader. He has led several ensembles, including the Martin Fondse Orchestra and the Martin Fondse Oktemble, and has performed at major festivals around the world, including the North Sea Jazz Festival and the Montreux Jazz Festival. Fondse's music is characterized by its unique blend of styles and influences, as well as its innovative use of instrumentation and orchestration. His compositions often feature unusual combinations of instruments, such as accordion and orchestra or saxophone and string quartet, and he is known for his use of electronic and computer-generated sounds in his work. Overall, Martin Fondse is a versatile and innovative composer who has made significant contributions to the world of classical and contemporary music. His eclectic mix of styles and influences has earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting and original composers of his generation, and his work continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.

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