Caroline Leisegang

Caroline Leisegang is an acclaimed South African classical composer and pianist known for her emotive, contemporary compositions that blend traditional classical elements with fresh perspectives. She gained early recognition as one of South Africa’s youngest classical composers and has released several well-received albums, including her debut *Øyeblikk* in 2015, which topped the iTunes classical charts and won the Best Classical Album award. Caroline studied Music Composition at the University of the Witwatersrand and later refined her craft at the prestigious Trinity College of Music in London, learning from award-winning composers and film orchestrators.

Her music is marked by an evolving maturity and emotional depth, often incorporating piano and strings with a particular emphasis on the cello in recent projects like her 2024 album *Comes the Night*. Caroline's compositions explore themes of cyclical time, introspection, and emotional clarity, often inviting listeners into immersive soundscapes, such as through Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio. She has also shown resilience in the face of health challenges, performing and composing with a unique blend of creativity and personal expression. Her work continues to inspire new generations and elevate South African classical music on the global stage.

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