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First name: Steve
Last name: Wood
Dates: 1959
Category: Quartet
Nationality: australian
Opus name: Dances for Emli, for string trio and piano
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Peculiarities: See: http://catalogue.nla.gov.au/Record/1583300?lookfor=subject:(piano%20quartets)&offset=40&max=358
Information: Stephen Wood is a composer, performer, and educator based in Atlanta, Ga. Stephen's strengths lie in his versatility, attention to nuance, and thorough understanding of many styles and genres - from classical to contemporary. Committed to expanding traditional forms, Wood continues to push the relationship between groove, and sound-scape. Stephen's creative voice reveals a detailed attention to harmony and rhythm exposing a great passion for the expressive power of sound and improvisation . As a prolific composer Stephen has a repertoire of music for small jazz ensemble and classical chamber ensembles. Conducting "The Stephen Wood Ensemble" for over 10 years Stephen has released two cd's and performed on many stages for astounded audiences. Stephen's compositions for chamber ensembles include works for string quartet, string quintet, string trio, violin and cello duo, solo violin, woodwind quintet, and works for modern dance choreography. As a versatile jazz pianist and keyboardist Stephen provides his clientele with high quality entertainment. Working as a soloist, sideman, and leader, Stephen performs all styles of music for diverse audiences at restaurants, special events, parties, night clubs, festivals, and concert halls. As an educator Stephen has each student's individual interests at heart. Private lessons in piano and composition are tailored to what each student is interested in studying and their level of knowledge and experience. (http://www.stephenwoodmusic.com/)