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Kenneth Froelich is a contemporary classical music composer who was born on August 22, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a jazz pianist and his mother a singer. Froelich started playing the piano at the age of five and began composing music when he was just eight years old. Froelich attended the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in composition. He then went on to study at the Eastman School of Music, where he received a Master of Music degree in composition. During his time at Eastman, Froelich studied with renowned composers Samuel Adler and Joseph Schwantner. After completing his studies, Froelich began his career as a composer and educator. He has taught at several universities, including the University of Michigan, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and the University of Texas at Austin. Froelich has also served as a composer-in-residence for various orchestras and ensembles, including the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and the Texas Music Festival Orchestra. Froelich's music is known for its emotional depth and expressive power. His compositions often explore themes of love, loss, and the human condition. He draws inspiration from a wide range of musical styles, including classical, jazz, and world music. One of Froelich's most notable works is his Symphony No. 1, which was commissioned by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and premiered in 1997. The symphony is a powerful and emotional work that explores the themes of love and loss. It is divided into three movements, each of which represents a different stage of grief. The first movement, "Lament," is a mournful and introspective piece that reflects on the pain of loss. The second movement, "Remembrance," is a nostalgic and reflective piece that celebrates the memories of the past. The final movement, "Reconciliation," is a hopeful and uplifting piece that looks towards the future. Another notable work by Froelich is his Piano Concerto, which was commissioned by the Texas Music Festival Orchestra and premiered in 2010. The concerto is a virtuosic and expressive work that showcases the talents of the soloist and the orchestra. It is divided into three movements, each of which explores a different aspect of the piano's expressive range. The first movement, "Allegro," is a fast and energetic piece that showcases the piano's technical abilities. The second movement, "Adagio," is a slow and lyrical piece that explores the piano's expressive capabilities. The final movement, "Allegro con fuoco," is a fiery and intense piece that brings the concerto to a thrilling conclusion. Froelich's music has been performed by many of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the ASCAP Foundation Rudolf Nissim Prize and the American Composers Forum National Composition Contest. In addition to his work as a composer, Froelich is also a dedicated educator. He has taught composition and music theory at the university level for over 30 years and has mentored many young composers who have gone on to successful careers in music. In conclusion, Kenneth Froelich is a talented and accomplished composer whose music has touched the hearts of audiences around the world.

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