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Cindy John was born on May 12, 1975, in New York City. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Cindy showed a natural talent for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Her parents recognized her potential and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Cindy attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied composition under the guidance of renowned composer John Adams. During her time at Juilliard, Cindy developed a unique style that blended classical and contemporary elements. Her compositions were characterized by their intricate harmonies, unconventional rhythms, and use of electronic instruments. After graduating from Juilliard, Cindy began working as a freelance composer, writing music for film, television, and theater. Her breakthrough came in 2003 when she was commissioned to write a piece for the New York Philharmonic. The resulting work, titled "Symphony No. 1," was a critical and commercial success, earning Cindy widespread recognition as one of the most promising young composers of her generation. Over the next decade, Cindy continued to produce a steady stream of innovative and highly acclaimed works. In 2006, she composed "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra," which was performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and featured pianist Lang Lang. The piece was praised for its virtuosic piano writing and its seamless integration of electronic and acoustic elements. In 2009, Cindy was commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera to write an opera based on the life of Frida Kahlo. The resulting work, titled "Frida," premiered in 2010 to rave reviews. The opera was praised for its inventive use of multimedia elements, including projections and video, and for its emotionally powerful score. In addition to her work as a composer, Cindy has also been an active educator and mentor. She has taught composition at several universities, including the University of Michigan and the University of California, Los Angeles. She has also served as a mentor to young composers through programs such as the American Composers Orchestra's EarShot program. Cindy's music has been performed by some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Her works have been featured at major music festivals, including the Aspen Music Festival and the Tanglewood Music Festival. Throughout her career, Cindy has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2005, she was awarded the Rome Prize, which allowed her to spend a year studying and composing in Rome. In 2012, she was awarded a MacArthur Fellowship, commonly known as the "genius grant," which recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their field. Cindy's music continues to be celebrated for its originality, emotional depth, and technical virtuosity. Her works have helped to redefine the boundaries of classical music, blending traditional forms and techniques with contemporary influences to create a sound that is uniquely her own. As she continues to compose and inspire new generations of musicians, Cindy John remains one of the most important and influential composers of our time.

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