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Inez McComas was a classical music composer who was born on May 12, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of a music teacher and grew up in a musical family. Her mother was a pianist, and her father was a violinist. Inez showed an interest in music at a young age and began taking piano lessons when she was six years old. Inez's parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. She attended the Pittsburgh Music Academy and later studied at the Juilliard School in New York City. Inez was a gifted pianist and composer, and her teachers recognized her talent early on. She was awarded several scholarships and awards for her musical abilities. Inez's early compositions were influenced by the classical music of the 19th century. She was particularly drawn to the works of Beethoven, Brahms, and Chopin. Inez's compositions were characterized by their lyrical melodies and complex harmonies. She was also known for her use of counterpoint and polyphony in her compositions. Inez's first major composition was a piano concerto that she wrote when she was 21 years old. The concerto was well-received by critics and established Inez as a promising young composer. She continued to compose throughout her career, writing works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and solo instruments. One of Inez's most famous works is her Symphony No. 1, which she composed in 1955. The symphony is a four-movement work that showcases Inez's mastery of orchestration and harmony. The symphony was premiered by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and was well-received by audiences and critics alike. Inez's music was often described as emotional and expressive. She was known for her ability to convey complex emotions through her music. Her compositions were often inspired by personal experiences, and she drew on her own emotions to create her works. Inez was also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She taught at several universities throughout her career, including the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University. Inez was known for her ability to inspire and encourage her students, and many of them went on to have successful careers in music. Inez continued to compose throughout her life, and her later works were characterized by a more experimental and avant-garde style. She was influenced by the music of the 20th century, including the works of Stravinsky and Schoenberg. Inez's later works were often more dissonant and complex than her earlier compositions. Inez McComas passed away on June 15, 1994, at the age of 66. She left behind a legacy of beautiful and emotional music that continues to inspire and move audiences today. Inez was a talented composer and musician who dedicated her life to creating music that expressed the deepest emotions of the human experience. Her contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for generations to come.

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