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Roland Maria Stangier was a German composer and pianist who was born on August 22, 1953, in Berlin, Germany. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a musical family. His father was a pianist and his mother was a singer, and they both encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Stangier began playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. He studied at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin, where he received a degree in piano performance. He also studied composition with the renowned composer Paul Dessau. Stangier's early works were influenced by the music of the Second Viennese School, particularly the works of Arnold Schoenberg. He was also influenced by the music of Anton Webern and Alban Berg. His early compositions were characterized by atonal and serial techniques, and he was known for his use of complex rhythms and harmonies. In the 1980s, Stangier began to move away from atonal music and started to incorporate tonal elements into his compositions. He was influenced by the music of composers such as Gustav Mahler and Richard Strauss, and his works began to feature more traditional harmonies and melodies. One of Stangier's most notable works is his Piano Concerto, which he composed in 1985. The concerto is a virtuosic work that showcases Stangier's skills as a pianist and composer. It features complex rhythms and harmonies, as well as a wide range of dynamics and textures. Stangier's other notable works include his String Quartet No. 1, which he composed in 1982. The quartet is a challenging work that features intricate counterpoint and complex harmonies. It has been performed by many renowned string quartets, including the Arditti Quartet and the Kronos Quartet. Stangier also composed several works for orchestra, including his Symphony No. 1, which he composed in 1990. The symphony is a large-scale work that features a wide range of textures and dynamics. It has been performed by many orchestras around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic and the New York Philharmonic. In addition to his work as a composer, Stangier was also a respected pianist. He performed his own works as well as the works of other composers, and he was known for his virtuosic playing and expressive interpretations. Stangier's music has been performed by many renowned musicians and ensembles, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic, and the Kronos Quartet. His works have been praised for their complexity and originality, and he is considered to be one of the most important composers of his generation. Sadly, Stangier passed away on January 1, 2019, at the age of 65. His legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and admired by musicians and audiences around the world.

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