Bogusław Schaeffer
Polish composer and avant-garde musician
Born
1929
96 years ago
Died
July 1st, 2019
5 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Poland
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A prominent figure in contemporary music, this individual contributed significantly to the development of avant-garde composition techniques. Schaeffer studied at the State Higher School of Music in Kraków and furthered his education in Paris. Throughout his career, he composed numerous works, including orchestral, chamber, and vocal music, showcasing innovative approaches to sound and structure. As a dedicated educator, he played a vital role in nurturing young composers and musicians. His work extended beyond composition; he engaged in musicology and was influential in the promotion of contemporary music culture in Poland and abroad.
Composed over 200 musical works
Established the avant-garde collective 'New Music'
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