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Martin Wettstein was a Swiss composer who was born on January 12, 1928, in Zurich, Switzerland. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a musical family. His father was a violinist and his mother was a pianist. Wettstein started playing the piano at a young age and showed a great talent for music. Wettstein studied music at the Zurich Conservatory and later at the University of Zurich. He also studied composition with the famous Swiss composer, Frank Martin. Wettstein was a gifted composer and his works were well received by audiences and critics alike. Wettstein's early works were influenced by the music of Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. He was also influenced by the music of his contemporaries, such as Stravinsky and Bartok. Wettstein's music was characterized by its clarity, simplicity, and elegance. He was a master of counterpoint and his works often featured intricate and complex harmonies. Wettstein's most famous work is his Symphony No. 1, which was composed in 1955. The symphony is a four-movement work that is characterized by its lyrical melodies and rich harmonies. The symphony was well received by audiences and critics alike and established Wettstein as one of the leading composers of his generation. Wettstein's other notable works include his Piano Concerto, which was composed in 1960, and his String Quartet No. 1, which was composed in 1965. The Piano Concerto is a virtuosic work that showcases the pianist's technical abilities. The String Quartet No. 1 is a complex and intricate work that is characterized by its use of counterpoint and rich harmonies. Wettstein was also a prolific composer of choral music. His choral works include his Mass for Four Voices, which was composed in 1968, and his Requiem, which was composed in 1975. Both works are characterized by their beautiful melodies and rich harmonies. Wettstein was a respected music educator and taught at the Zurich Conservatory for many years. He was also a member of the Swiss Society of Composers and was awarded numerous prizes and awards for his contributions to music. Wettstein died on December 12, 1998, in Zurich, Switzerland. He left behind a rich legacy of music that continues to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world. His music is characterized by its clarity, simplicity, and elegance, and his works continue to inspire and influence composers today.

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