Magnus Lindberg (born June 27, 1958, in Helsinki, Finland) is a preeminent Finnish composer and pianist, renowned for his contributions to contemporary classical music. Trained at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, Lindberg emerged as a significant voice in the late 20th-century classical music world, cultivating an initial interest in modernism before evolving towards a more expressive, richly textured sound. His international breakthrough came in the 1980s with works that displayed both technical complexity and emotional depth, becoming a central figure in the European new music scene.

Lindberg's prolific career has seen a diverse range of compositions, including symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and orchestral works. His most recent releases, such as "Magnus Lindberg: Aura, Marea & Related Rocks (Live)" and "Magnus Lindberg: Complete Works for Accordion," showcase his versatility and command over varied ensembles and solo instruments. Renowned works like the "Clarinet Concerto," which shares company with Carl Nielsen's in the respective release, and the innovative "Violin Concerto," further resonate with his distinctive integration of complexity and lyricism. Lindberg’s "Tempus fugit & Violin Concerto No. 2" continue to cement his status as a key contemporary composer, with a penchant for exploring new sonorities while maintaining a dialogue with the classical tradition. Engagements such as his residency with the New York Philharmonic from 2009 to 2012 have also brought his music to a wider audience, solidifying his position as a seminal figure in the landscape of contemporary classical music.

Genres

21st Century Classical

Contemporary Classical

Finnish Contemporary Classical

Nordic Contemporary Classical

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Latest Release

Magnus Lindberg: Viola Concerto, Absence & Serenades

Magnus Lindberg•

Lawrence Power•

Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra•

Nicholas Collon

Album - 9 Tracks - Released September 6, 2024