Thorsten Encke's approach to composition involves a balance between planned structural considerations and allowing unplanned inspiration to guide the work, which he describes as a 'wrestling match'.
Composer Biography
Thorsten Encke, the composer, conductor, and cellist, won the prestigious Pablo Casals Festival Competition in 2005 for his String Quartet No. 1.
Composer Biography
Thorsten Encke founded the musica assoluta project in Hannover, an ensemble that performs regular concerts under his direction with varied programming and instrumental combinations.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Thorsten Encke's personal motto for composing is to retain a love of experiment in content and expression, while maintaining clarity in his musical language.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Thorsten Encke believes that invention should take precedence over formal construction in music, with structure ideally remaining as a firm inner cohesion under the surface.
Composer Biography
Thorsten Encke has amassed a wide range of experience in classical music, performing with chamber music ensembles and perfecting his knowledge of orchestral and opera repertoire as a member of various orchestras.
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