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Stephen Bulla is a renowned American composer and arranger of classical music. He was born on October 22, 1949, in Newark, New Jersey, and grew up in a musical family. His father was a professional trumpet player, and his mother was a pianist. Bulla started playing the trumpet at the age of nine and showed a natural talent for music. Bulla's musical education began at the Juilliard School of Music in New York City, where he studied trumpet and composition. He later attended the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in trumpet performance. During his time at Eastman, Bulla also studied composition with Samuel Adler and Wayne Barlow. After completing his studies, Bulla began his career as a professional musician, performing with various orchestras and ensembles. He also worked as a music educator, teaching at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and the University of Miami Frost School of Music. Bulla's career as a composer and arranger began in the 1970s when he started writing music for the United States Army Band. He later worked as a staff arranger for the United States Marine Band and the United States Air Force Band. Bulla's arrangements for these ensembles have been performed at prestigious events such as presidential inaugurations and state funerals. Bulla's compositions and arrangements have been performed by numerous orchestras and ensembles around the world. His works include symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and choral music. Some of his most notable compositions include "Fanfare and Celebration," "Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra," and "Symphony No. 1." Bulla's music is known for its rich harmonies, intricate rhythms, and powerful melodies. He draws inspiration from a variety of musical styles, including classical, jazz, and popular music. His compositions often feature virtuosic solo passages and lush orchestration. In addition to his work as a composer and arranger, Bulla is also a respected conductor. He has conducted numerous orchestras and ensembles, including the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, the United States Army Band, and the Dallas Wind Symphony. Bulla has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. He has been awarded the John Philip Sousa Foundation's Sudler Medal for his outstanding contributions to wind band music. He has also been inducted into the American Bandmasters Association and the National Band Association Hall of Fame. Bulla's music continues to be performed and admired by musicians and audiences around the world. His contributions to classical music have helped to shape the genre and inspire future generations of composers and performers.

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