Michael Jarrell is a Swiss composer whose contemporary classical works have garnered international acclaim. Born on October 8, 1958, in Geneva, Jarrell's passion for music composition emerged early in his life. He pursued his musical education at the Geneva Conservatory, where he honed his skills in composition. Jarrell continued his studies abroad in various institutions, such as the Stuttgart Academy of Music and the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris, ensuring a diverse and robust foundation for his compositional voice.

Throughout his career, Michael Jarrell has evolved into a composer with an intricate and expressive style, often characterized by a keen exploration of timbre and a dynamic use of musical textures. His oeuvre encompasses a broad spectrum of works, including orchestral pieces, chamber music, and operas. Among his notable recent works are "Michael Jarrell: Orchestral Works," which showcases his command of the large-scale symphonic form, and "Michael Jarrell: Cassandre," a monodrama that combines the elements of theater and music, reflecting Jarrell's interest in the narrative potential of contemporary composition. Jarrell's works, such as "...mais les images restent...," "...prisme / incidences...," "Music for a While," and "Solos," further illustrate his versatility and the nuanced evolution of his personal style, earning him a respected place in the landscape of modern classical music.

Genres

21st Century Classical

Avant-garde

Contemporary Classical

Swiss Contemporary Classical

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Latest Release

Michael Jarrell: Orchestral Works

Michael Jarrell•

Orchestre national des Pays de la Loire•

Pascal Rophé•

Ilya Gringolts

Album - 8 Tracks - Released December 8, 2023