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1968

 

Dirk Rothbrust is a renowned percussionist and contemporary classical music artist. He was born on August 22, 1973, in Cologne, Germany. From a young age, Rothbrust showed a keen interest in music, and he began playing the drums at the age of six. He later went on to study percussion at the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, where he received his diploma in 1999. Rothbrust's career as a percussionist began in earnest in the early 2000s, when he began performing with various contemporary classical music ensembles in Germany and throughout Europe. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled and innovative percussionist, known for his ability to play a wide range of instruments and his willingness to experiment with new sounds and techniques. One of Rothbrust's early highlights as a performer came in 2003, when he was invited to perform at the Donaueschingen Festival, one of the most prestigious contemporary classical music festivals in Europe. His performance was widely praised, and he was soon invited to perform at other major festivals and venues throughout Europe, including the Berliner Festspiele, the Holland Festival, and the Salzburg Festival. In addition to his work as a performer, Rothbrust has also been active as a composer and arranger. He has written several pieces for percussion ensemble, including his acclaimed work "Kreuzungen," which was premiered in 2008 and has since been performed by ensembles around the world. Rothbrust's career has been marked by numerous awards and accolades. In 2005, he was awarded the prestigious Kranichsteiner Musikpreis, which is given annually to outstanding young musicians in Germany. He has also been awarded the German Music Council's "New Music Award" and the "Echo Klassik" award for his recordings. One of Rothbrust's most notable recent performances came in 2019, when he was invited to perform at the Venice Biennale, one of the most important contemporary art exhibitions in the world. His performance, which featured a solo percussion piece by the composer Rebecca Saunders, was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. Today, Rothbrust continues to be one of the most respected and sought-after percussionists in the world of contemporary classical music. He is known for his virtuosic playing, his innovative approach to percussion, and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in music.

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