Lera Auerbach is a distinguished Russian-American composer, pianist, and writer known for her dynamically expressive compositions that often blur the lines between various art forms. Born on October 21, 1973, in Chelyabinsk, a city in the Ural Mountains region of Russia, Auerbach has become one of the most sought-after contemporary composers on the global stage. She emigrated to the United States in 1991 and has since established a formidable career that meshes the intensity of Russian musical heritage with a contemporary and often avant-garde sensibility.

Auerbach's oeuvre spans a wide gamut of genres, including orchestral and chamber works, ballets, operas, and choral pieces. With a penchant for integrating philosophical and literary elements into her music, she has created pieces that are not only sonically captivating but also intellectually stimulating. Among her most notable recent works are the contemplative "Milking Darkness," the intricate "Piano Trio No. 3: III. Adagio religioso," as well as the "Auerbach: 24 Preludes for Violin and Piano," a collection that showcases her innovative approach to melody and form. The hauntingly beautiful "72 Angels," a large-scale choral piece, and "Arcanum," a deeply engaging chamber piece, are further testaments to her ability to craft music with profound emotional impact. Auerbach's talent for interweaving the complex tapestry of human experience into her compositions makes her one of the most compelling and substantive figures in the world of contemporary classical music.

Genres

21st Century Classical

American 21st Century Classical

Russian Contemporary Classical

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Latest Release

T'filah (Prayer)

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Christine Bernsted

Single - Released November 1, 2024