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Erich Stem: Composing for Orchestras Since Age 12

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Erich Stem began composing for orchestras at just twelve years old — and has continued building a career around writing music ever since. In this episode of The Composer’s Life, I sit down with Erich to talk about his journey as a composer, how his approach to writing music has developed over time, and what it means to build a long-term creative life in orchestral composition. We also explore the balance between composing, teaching, and everyday life, along with the decisions and focus required to sustain a career in music over many years. About Erich: Erich Stem is a composer of stunning music for orchestras and ensembles, as well as a professor of music composition at Indiana University. Erich's Website: https://www.erichstem.net/ To learn more about the podcast, click here. To sign up to the newsletter, click here.

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