Patrick van Deurzen

Composer and academic with notable works

Patrick van Deurzen - Composer and academic with notable works
Born

January 27th, 1964
61 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Netherlands

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Born in 1964, this individual is a notable composer and academic in the field of music. Contributions include both original compositions and academic writings on music theory and practice. Teaching and mentoring activities have shaped the study of music in higher education. The engagement with various musical styles and the incorporation of contemporary influences marked the compositions. The individual has been involved in numerous conferences and workshops, sharing expertise and advancing discussions in music composition.

Composed original works for various ensembles

Published academic articles on music theory

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