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Gregg Kallor is a contemporary classical music composer and pianist who has been praised for his unique and innovative approach to composition. Born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1977, Kallor began playing the piano at the age of five and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He went on to study at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. After completing his studies, Kallor moved to New York City to pursue a career as a musician. He quickly established himself as a sought-after pianist, performing with some of the city's top jazz and classical musicians. However, Kallor's true passion was composition, and he began to focus more and more on writing his own music. Kallor's early compositions were heavily influenced by jazz and blues, but he soon began to incorporate elements of classical music into his work as well. His first major composition was a piano concerto titled "A Single Noon," which he wrote in 2006. The piece was well-received by critics and established Kallor as a rising star in the classical music world. Over the next several years, Kallor continued to compose and perform, earning critical acclaim for his innovative and genre-defying work. In 2011, he released his first album, "Loom," which featured a collection of his original compositions for piano and chamber ensemble. The album was praised for its emotional depth and technical virtuosity, and helped to establish Kallor as one of the most exciting young composers working today. Since then, Kallor has continued to push the boundaries of classical music, incorporating elements of jazz, blues, and rock into his compositions. He has written several major works for orchestra, including "The Tell-Tale Heart," a musical adaptation of the Edgar Allan Poe story, and "Sketches from Frankenstein," a suite of pieces inspired by Mary Shelley's classic novel. In addition to his work as a composer, Kallor is also an accomplished pianist and performer. He has performed at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center, and has collaborated with some of the most respected musicians in the classical and jazz worlds. Despite his success, Kallor remains committed to pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new and innovative ways to express himself through his compositions. He continues to be one of the most exciting and dynamic voices in contemporary classical music, and his work is sure to inspire and captivate audiences for years to come.

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