George Dreyfus

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George Dreyfus is an Australian contemporary classical, film, and television composer, born on July 22, 1928, in Wuppertal, Germany. He has written a considerable amount of serious yet entertaining woodwind music , which has been enjoyed by people for years. After starting his career as a serious composer, he switched to film music score writing, which made him a freelancer and gave him a lively public profile.

Dreyfus has written music for a wide range of media, including television shows, films, and theatrical productions. He is best known for his music in the television series "Rush" and the films "The Mango Tree" and "Storm Boy." He has received many awards and honors throughout his career, including the Order of Australia Medal in 1988 for his contributions to music, and an award for his lifetime achievement in composition from the Australian Society of Composers in 2001.

As a composer, Dreyfus has been described as somebody who writes music that is at times playful, humorous, and innovative, often incorporating elements from a wide range of musical styles, including jazz, folk, and classical. He enjoys writing pieces for the woodwind instruments, and his works for this instrumentation have been performed throughout the world.

Dreyfus has upheld a vast profile as a composer, and his music continues to be performed and enjoyed by people around the world. His work is often uplifting and entertaining, making him a loved figure in the Australian music scene and beyond.