Heinz Werner Zimmermann

Full biography Heinz Werner Zimmermann

Heinz Werner Zimmermann was a German composer born in 1930 who made significant contributions to the world of music. He initially studied music in Germany and later attended the Akademie für Tonkunst in Darmstadt where he studied with Wolfgang Steinecke. He then went on to study with other renowned composers such as Hans Werner Henze and Karlheinz Stockhausen.

Zimmermann’s music is mainly influenced by classical music, but he also drew on contemporary and experimental styles, blending them all together to create a distinctive sound that often incorporated electronic elements. He composed a wide range of music, including choral music, symphonies, electronic music, and works for solo instruments.

Zimmermann is well known for his contributions to sacred music and hymns, having composed several popular hymns such as "Laudate Pueri" and "Little Flock." He was also recognized for his work in promoting music education and served as a professor at the Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst in Frankfurt. Throughout his life, Zimmermann was awarded numerous prizes and accolades for his contributions to music, and his legacy continues to inspire and influence musicians and composers today.