Short bio Martin Bresnick
Full biography Martin Bresnick
Martin Bresnick is a celebrated American composer who has been active in the music industry for many years. He is also a professor at the Yale School of Music, where he inspires and teaches students who have gone on to build successful careers in music.
Bresnick's diverse roster of compositions range from solo pieces to large oratorios. He has a particular affinity for writing for the saxophone quartet, which he explained in an interview that he has always loved the instrument and its capability to express a variety of emotions. He has also composed works for piano and percussion, having been commissioned by Meet the Composer for Cantaloupe artists Lisa Moore and So Percussion.
Some of his most recognized works include "Caprichos Enfaticos" and "Every Thing Must Go," both of which showcase his musicality and technical brilliance. His album "Prayers Remain Forever" also features some of his best compositions and has been highly regarded by music enthusiasts.
Bresnick's talent as a composer is not limited to his work in the music industry, as he has also been an inspiration to many of his students. He encourages them to pursue their creative passions and even helps them in building their careers in the music industry. His contributions to music and education have been widely appreciated, making him a highly respected figure in the art world.
Overall, Martin Bresnick is a prominent figure in contemporary music who continues to inspire and influence a new generation of musicians and composers.
Compositions featuring Martin Bresnick
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ishi's Song, for voice & piano | 8:49 min | Vocal Music | 2012 |
| 2 | Prayers Remain Forever, for cello & piano | 14:20 min | Chamber Music | 2011 |
| 3 | Josephine the Singer, for violin | 9:18 min | Chamber Music | 2011 |
| 4 | Going Home: Vysoke, My Jerusalem, for oboe, violin, viola & cello | 10:46 min | Chamber Music | 2010 |
| 5 | Every Thing Must Go, for saxophone quartet | 12:58 min | Chamber Music | 2007 |
| 6 | Caprichos Enfáticos: Los Desastres de la Guerra, for piano & percussion quartet | 31:24 min | Chamber Music | 2007 |
| 7 | Willie's Way, for piano | 10:30 min | Keyboard | 2006 |
| 8 | Ballade, for cello & piano | 9:57 min | Chamber Music | 2004 |
| 9 | Bird as Prophet, for violin & piano | 10:34 min | Chamber Music | 1999 |
| 10 | BE JUST!, for clarinet, guitar, bass, keyboard & percussion | 4:23 min | Chamber Music | 1995 |
| 11 | The Bucket Rider, for clarinet, guitar, bass, keyboard & percussion | 10:39 min | Chamber Music | 1995 |
| 12 | Falling, for voice & piano | 17:56 min | Vocal Music | 1993 |
| 13 | String Quartet No.3 | 19:17 min | 1992 | |
| 14 | Three Choral Songs (on Poems of Amichai) | 8:17 min | Choral | 1988 |
| 15 | Piano Trio | 21:05 min | Chamber Music | 1987 |
| 16 | Just Time, for woodwind quintet | 13:27 min | Chamber Music | 1985 |
| 17 | Bag O'Tells (An Archeology of the Mandolin) | 12:13 min | Chamber Music | 1984 |
| 18 | String Quartet No. 2 ("Bucephalus") | 17:58 min | Chamber Music | 1984 |
| 19 | String Quartet No.2 "Bucephalus" | 19:14 min | 1984 | |
| 20 | High Art, for piccolo & toy piano | 8:14 min | Chamber Music | 1982 |
| 21 | Conspiracies, for solo flute & 4 "other flutes" | 12:28 min | Chamber Music | 1979 |
| 22 | Wir Weben, Wir Weben for String Sextet | 21:42 min | 1978 | |
| 23 | B's Garlands for 8 cellos | 11:35 min | Chamber Music | 1973 |
| 24 | Three Intermezzi, for cello solo | 10:20 min | Chamber Music | 1971 |
| 25 | Strange Devotion, for piano | 6:23 min | Keyboard | - |
| 26 | Songs of the Mouse People, for cello & percussion | 11:08 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 27 | My Twentieth Century, for flute, clarinet & strings | 13:32 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 28 | Lady Neil's Dumpe, all-electronic composition | 12:06 min | Electronic/Computer Music | - |
| 29 | Tent of Miracles | 10:21 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 30 | Grace, for percussion & orchestra | 17:31 min | Orchestral | - |
| 31 | Fantasia on a Theme by Willie Dixon, for piano, bass clarinet, drum set, vibraphone, keyboard, guitar & violin | 9:26 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 32 | A Message from the Emperor, for speakers, vibraphone & marimba | 10:52 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
Albums featuring Martin Bresnick
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
More Essential Martin Bresnick: The Planet On The Table(CD, Album) | 2021 | Cantaloupe Music |
| 2 |  |
Prayers Remain Forever(CD, Album) | 2014 | Starkland |
| 3 |  |
Martin Bresnick, Lisa Moore, Sō Percussion – Caprichos Enfáticos(CD, Album) | 2011 | Cantaloupe Music |
| 4 |  |
The Essential Martin Bresnick(CD, Album, DVD, ) | 2006 | Cantaloupe Music |
| 5 |  |
My Twentieth Century(CD, ) | 2005 | New World Records |
| 6 |  |
Music For Strings(CD, ) | 1994 | Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI) |
| 7 |  |
New York Woodwind Quintet / Martin Bresnick, Mel Powell, Ronald Roseman, Ralph Shapey – Works By Bresnik, Powell, Roseman, Shapey(CD, Album) | 1991 | New World Records |
| 8 |  |
The Monticello Trio, Charles Ives, Martin Bresnick, Judith Shatin – Ives Bresnick Shatin(CD, Album) | 1990 | Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI) |
| 9 |  |
Richard Teitelbaum / Martin Bresnick / Neil B Rolnick / Rick Baitz / Scott Lindroth – CDCM Computer Music Series Vol. 2: Compositions By Richard Teitelbaum / Martin Bresnick / Neil B Rolnick / Rick Baitz / Scott Lindroth(CD, ) | 1988 | Centaur Records |
| 10 |  |
Martin Bresnick, The Alexander String Quartet, Musical Elements, Daniel Asia – Martin Bresnick: String Quartet No. 2 "Bucephalus"/Wir Weben, Wir Weben(LP, Album, Stereo) | 1986 | Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI) |
| 11 |  |
Bresnick / Mumford – Conspiracies / Three Intermezzi / Linear Cycles II / Quartet No. 3 For Strings(LP, Album) | 1982 | Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI) |
| 12 |  |
Edwards / Jones / Hellermann / Bresnick – Music From The American Academy In Rome(LP, Stereo) | 1976 | Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI) |
Videos featuring Martin Bresnick
Rick Baitz - Extract from Kaleidocycles (1988)
Album: CDCM Computer Music Series Vol. 2 (1988)
Label: Centaur Records (US)
Grace: I. Pendula And The Center Of Gravity
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
Grace: I. Pendula And The Center Of Gravity · Martin Bresnick · Norichika Iimori · Izumi Sinfonietta Osaka · Kunihiko Komori · Robert van Sice
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology
William Hellermann: Passages 13-The Fire (1970/1971)
William Hellermann (*1939): Passages 13-The Fire, per tromba, voci e nastro, su testi di Robert Duncan (1970/1971).
Gerard Schwarz, tromba
Jacqueline Hellermann, Marsha Immanuel, Michael O'Brien, John P. Thomas, voci
Nastro realizzato al Columbia-Princet
William Hellermann - Ariel
Ariel, for electronics (1967)
The name Ariel is related to Shakespeare's character in The Tempest: the music isn't. I chose this name for my piece only because it sounded appropriate to the music. Not because the music was especially poetic or playful, b
Grace: II. Of The Heaviness Of Matter
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Grace: II. Of The Heaviness Of Matter · Martin Bresnick · Norichika Iimori · Izumi Sinfonietta Osaka · Robert van Sice · Kunihiko Komori
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Rec
Grace: III. Grace Will Return
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Grace: III. Grace Will Return · Martin Bresnick · Norichika Iimori · Izumi Sinfonietta Osaka · Robert van Sice · Kunihiko Komori
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Mu
Tent Of Miracles
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
Tent Of Miracles · Martin Bresnick · Taimur Sullivan
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music, Inc.
Released on: 2005-01-01
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Songs Of The Mouse People: I. Common Squeaking (Made Apparent By Its Delicacy)
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
Songs Of The Mouse People: I. Common Squeaking (Made Apparent By Its Delicacy) · Martin Bresnick · Steven Schick · Maya Beiser
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music,
Songs Of The Mouse People: II. That Peace We Yearn For
Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises
Songs Of The Mouse People: II. That Peace We Yearn For · Martin Bresnick · Steven Schick · Maya Beiser
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music, Inc.
Released on: 2005
Songs Of The Mouse People: III. Every Disturbance Is An Opportunity
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Songs Of The Mouse People: III. Every Disturbance Is An Opportunity · Martin Bresnick · Maya Beiser · Steven Schick
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music, Inc.
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Songs Of The Mouse People: IV. A Thousand Shoulders Tremble (Under A Burden Actually Meant For One)
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Songs Of The Mouse People: IV. A Thousand Shoulders Tremble (Under A Burden Actually Meant For One) · Martin Bresnick · Maya Beiser · Steven Schick
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Antholo
Songs Of The Mouse People: V. Laughter Stops (When We See Josephine)
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Songs Of The Mouse People: V. Laughter Stops (When We See Josephine) · Martin Bresnick · Steven Schick · Maya Beiser
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music, Inc.
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Fantasia On A Theme By Willie Dixon
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Fantasia On A Theme By Willie Dixon · Various Artists · Martin Bresnick · Povera Players
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music, Inc.
Released on: 2005-01-01
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My Twentieth Century
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My Twentieth Century · Various Artists · Martin Bresnick · Povera Players
Martin Bresnick: My Twentieth Century
℗ 2005 Anthology of Recorded Music, Inc.
Released on: 2005-01-01
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