Short bio Theo Bruins
Full biography Theo Bruins
Theo Bruins was a Dutch composer and concert pianist born on November 25, 1929. He is best known for his work in contemporary classical music and has composed a number of notable pieces, including "Sei Studi" and "Syncope."
Bruins began his musical studies at a young age and was recognized for his talent early on. He went on to study at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague, where he received a degree in piano performance. Bruins then went on to pursue further studies in composition, working with notable composers such as Kees van Baaren and Olivier Messiaen.
Throughout his career, Bruins gained a reputation for his innovative use of classical forms and his incorporation of modern techniques and influences into his work. He was known for his attention to detail and his ability to create music that was both intellectually engaging and emotionally impactful.
In addition to his work as a composer, Bruins was also a highly regarded concert pianist and performed extensively throughout Europe and the United States. He was a champion of contemporary classical music and worked closely with other contemporary composers throughout his career.
Bruins passed away on January 8, 1993, at the age of 63. His contributions to contemporary classical music have been widely recognized, and his work continues to be performed and studied today.
Compositions featuring Theo Bruins
# | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
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1 | Sincope, for harpsichord | 10:16 min | Keyboard | 1992 |
2 | Tremani, for 2 pianofortes | 16:17 min | Keyboard | 1991 |
3 | Quartet '84, for piano solo | 7:55 min | Keyboard | 1984 |
4 | Studi (6), for piano | 12:44 min | Keyboard | 1963 |
5 | Sonata for pianoforte | 7:15 min | Keyboard | 1955 |
6 | Concerto for pianoforte & orchestra | 14:37 min | Concerto | 1952 |
7 | Pièces brèves (6), for piano | 7:17 min | Keyboard | 1950 |
Albums featuring Theo Bruins
# | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
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1 | Complete Works (Historical Recordings)(CD, ) | 2004 | Q Disc | |
2 | Plays Debussy(CD, Album, Stereo) | 1997 | Arsis Classics | |
3 | Theo Bruins Plays Béla Bartók(CD, Stereo) | 1995 | Arsis Classics | |
4 | Piano Recital(CD, Compilation) | 1993 | Globe (3) | |
5 | Ludwig van Beethoven / Theo Bruins – Piano | 1989 | Stichting Kamermuziek Amsterdam | |
6 | Willem Pijper, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Roelof van Driesten, Theo Bruins, Gaudeamus Quartet – 1894 - 1947: Symphony No. 2 / Piano Concerto / Six Adagios / String Quartet No. 4 / String Quartet No. 5(CD, Compilation) | 1987 | Composers' Voice | |
7 | Piano(LP) | 1979 | Composers' Voice | |
8 | Strawinsky, Theo Bruins, Das Niederländische Bläserensemble, Edo de Waart – Konzert Für Klavier Und Bläser / Ebony Concerto / Sinfonien Für Bläser / Oktett Für Bläser | 1975 | Philips | |
9 | Ravel - Piano Recital(10", 33 ⅓ RPM) | - | Philips |
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