Rod Schejtman, among the select list of the best Classical Composers of the World
Pianist and composer participates in renowned international competition with 'A Raggio di Sole', a String Quintet; 'La Magia di Vivere', a symphonic work; and 'Luce Nell'Oscurità', his latest masterwork for symphony orchestra that requires 80 musicians on stage.
LISTEN TO HIS NEW MASTERWORK The WorldVision Composers Contest shortlisted the 88 best of the best composers in the world from 32 different countries.
Pianist and composer Rod Schejtman is now one of the 3 worldwide winners of the WorldVision Composers Contest.
Schejtman is participating with 'Luce Nell'Oscurità', his latest masterpiece for symphonic orchestra, in the finals of the world.
The Origins of La Magia di Vivere
Schejtman uses paper and an antique pen to craft his music, resembling the way music was composed in the past centuries. The image featured on the background is a photo of the artist's special notebook which he uses to write his inspired melodies. This precise melody, was then developed into a full orchestral piece for a grand symphony ensemble, giving birth to "La Magia di Vivere".
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The story behind "La Magia di Vivere"
“Most often, time passes us quickly, and we forget about something that we only remember at the most difficult and crucial moments of our lives. 'La Magia di Vivere' is a work written in one of those moments of epiphany, when we realize the miracle of simply being alive; and we remember how important it is to enjoy each of our days to the fullest – and value what really matters”, said Schejtman about his recent masterpiece
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A masterpiece for 85 players
In detail, the orchestral structure encloses: one piccolo, three flutes, three oboes, one English horn, three clarinets in Bb, one bass clarinet, one bassoon, one contrabassoon, four French horns, one trumpet, three 3 tenor trombones, one tuba, cymbals, bass drums, timpani, harp, 16 first-violins, 12 second-violins, 12 violas, 10 cellos, and eight double-basses. The full orchestral sheet music and all parts were meticulously written and a preview of the final prints are shown on the background of this section.
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An intimate but grandiose piece, playing La Magia di Vivere requires 85 musicians on stage, with a 59-players strings section (violins, violas, cellos, and double basses), a grand brass section, woodwind instruments, harp, and symphonic percussion.
Inmerse Yourself Through a Journey of Intense Emotions
With over 25 years of experience, Rod Schejtman has composed classical and film music that has been streamed on international radio, TV, and live events. His music has been used along with the voiceover of famous actors, and his latest works include a symphonic piece commissioned by the international company Perfil Group on the occasion of the award ceremony of its co-founder and CEO, Jorge Fontevecchia, who was awarded the title of "Illustrious Citizen."
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The Hidden Musical Secrets
As an investigator and music theorist, Rod Schejtman archaeologically analyses and dissects books from the past centuries to find the secrets passed from generation to generation of the master composers. Influenced by romantic classical figures such as Chopin and Rachmaninoff, and marked by film music by composers such as John Williams and Ennio Morricone, Schejtman's work takes the listener through a journey of intense emotions, often impossible to describe in words.
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Luce Nell'Oscurità - his latest symphonic masterwork
Listen to Rod Schejtman's new masterwork "Luce Nell'Oscurità" (Italian: “Light in times of darkness”) - a symphonic work for 80 musicians on stage. It requires a vast string section of 56 players; ten woodwind players (two oboes, two flutes, two bassoons, two clarinets, a contrabassoon and a piccolo flute); a brass section of ten (four French horns, three trombones, two trumpets and a tuba); symphonic percussion (cymbals, bass drum, timpani); and a harp. It lasts 14 minutes, and shows the influences of Chopin, Rachmaninoff and modern film music.
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Follow Rod Schejtman on Social Media and connect with him directly to listen to more of his works. Learn about his creative process and get to know his sources of inspiration.
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