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Tineke Steenbrink is a Dutch composer and harpsichordist who was born on May 22, 1957, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. She grew up in a musical family, with her father being a conductor and her mother a pianist. Steenbrink started playing the piano at a young age and later switched to the harpsichord, which became her primary instrument. Steenbrink studied at the Sweelinck Conservatory in Amsterdam, where she received her degree in harpsichord performance. She continued her studies in Paris with Kenneth Gilbert and in Amsterdam with Gustav Leonhardt. During her studies, Steenbrink developed a passion for early music, particularly the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Steenbrink's career as a performer and composer began in the 1980s. She performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician, both in the Netherlands and abroad. She also started composing her own music, drawing inspiration from the Baroque and Renaissance periods. One of Steenbrink's most notable works is her opera "The Tempest," which was premiered in 1995. The opera is based on William Shakespeare's play of the same name and features a libretto by the Dutch poet and playwright Willem Jan Otten. "The Tempest" was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and it cemented Steenbrink's reputation as a composer. Steenbrink has also composed numerous works for harpsichord, including suites, sonatas, and variations. Her harpsichord music is characterized by its intricate counterpoint and use of Baroque forms and techniques. Some of her most popular harpsichord works include the "Partita in G minor," the "Suite in D major," and the "Variations on a Theme by Handel." In addition to her work as a composer and performer, Steenbrink has also been active as a musicologist and educator. She has written several articles and books on early music, including a biography of the Dutch composer Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. She has also taught at various music schools and conservatories in the Netherlands, including the Conservatory of Amsterdam and the Royal Conservatory in The Hague. Steenbrink's music has been performed by numerous ensembles and orchestras, including the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, the Netherlands Bach Society, and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Her works have been featured at festivals and concerts throughout Europe and the United States. Steenbrink has received several awards and honors for her contributions to music. In 2002, she was awarded the Dutch Music Prize, the highest honor for a musician in the Netherlands. She was also named a Knight in the Order of the Netherlands Lion in 2010. In conclusion, Tineke Steenbrink is a highly respected composer and harpsichordist who has made significant contributions to the world of early music. Her works are characterized by their intricate counterpoint and use of Baroque forms and techniques. She has also been active as a musicologist and educator, and her music has been performed by numerous ensembles and orchestras around the world. Steenbrink's legacy as a composer and performer continues to inspire and influence musicians and music lovers alike.

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