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Gabriel Mãlãncioiu is a Romanian composer of classical music, born on December 22, 1981, in the city of Craiova. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a conductor and his mother a pianist. From a young age, Mãlãncioiu showed a great interest in music, and he started playing the piano at the age of six. Mãlãncioiu's musical education began at the George Enescu Music High School in Bucharest, where he studied composition with Dan Dediu. He continued his studies at the National University of Music in Bucharest, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Composition in 2005 and a Master's degree in Composition in 2007. During his studies, Mãlãncioiu also attended masterclasses with renowned composers such as György Kurtág, Wolfgang Rihm, and Salvatore Sciarrino. Mãlãncioiu's music is characterized by a unique blend of traditional Romanian folk music and contemporary classical music. His compositions often feature complex rhythms, unconventional harmonies, and a wide range of instrumental colors. Mãlãncioiu's works have been performed by numerous orchestras and ensembles, both in Romania and abroad. One of Mãlãncioiu's most notable works is his Symphony No. 1, which was premiered by the Romanian National Radio Orchestra in 2007. The symphony is divided into three movements, each of which explores a different aspect of Romanian folk music. The first movement, "Hora," is a lively dance in 3/4 time, featuring a solo violin and a virtuosic clarinet solo. The second movement, "Ballad," is a slow and melancholic piece, featuring a solo cello and a haunting melody played by the oboe. The third movement, "Doina," is a meditative piece, featuring a solo flute and a simple, yet beautiful melody. Another notable work by Mãlãncioiu is his String Quartet No. 1, which was premiered by the Ad Libitum String Quartet in 2008. The quartet is divided into four movements, each of which explores a different mood and texture. The first movement, "Allegro con brio," is a fast and energetic piece, featuring intricate rhythms and complex harmonies. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slow and lyrical piece, featuring a beautiful melody played by the first violin. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and whimsical piece, featuring pizzicato strings and a syncopated rhythm. The fourth movement, "Finale," is a fast and virtuosic piece, featuring a fugue-like texture and a thrilling coda. Mãlãncioiu has also composed several works for solo instruments, including his Sonata for Violin and Piano, which was premiered by violinist Alexandru Tomescu and pianist Horia Mihail in 2010. The sonata is divided into three movements, each of which explores a different aspect of the violin's expressive capabilities. The first movement, "Allegro moderato," is a fast and virtuosic piece, featuring intricate passagework and a lyrical second theme. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slow and expressive piece, featuring a beautiful melody played by the violin. The third movement, "Allegro con brio," is a fast and playful piece, featuring a lively dance rhythm and a thrilling coda. In addition to his work as a composer, Mãlãncioiu is also a professor of composition at the National University of Music in Bucharest. He has mentored several young composers, many of whom have gone on to achieve success in their own right.

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