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About Otto M. Schwarz

Otto M. Schwarz is a highly regarded Austrian composer, celebrated for his evocative contributions to both film music and symphonic wind music. Born in Neunkirchen in 1967, Schwarz received his musical education at the Academy of Music in Vienna, studying trumpet and composition. His distinctive style often involves narrative elements, painting vivid musical pictures that transport listeners on a journey, making him a significant voice in contemporary wind band repertoire.

  • Schwarz's early compositions included pop songs; his piece "Der Weg zur Freiheit" won the prize for best composition in the preliminary round of the 1989 Eurovision Song Contest, awarded by the Austrian Composers' Association.
  • Since 2001, Otto M. Schwarz has primarily dedicated his compositional efforts to creating film scores for international productions, collaborating with major European broadcasters such as ARD, ZDF, ORF, and RAI.
  • His symphonic wind works, published by prominent music publishers like De Haske and Mitropa, are performed globally, and it is estimated that over two million CDs or official downloads of his music have been sold across more than 80 countries.
  • Schwarz also founded his own publishing company, Symphonic Dimensions, in 2020, through which he releases his own works and those of his partners.

Performing Otto M. Schwarz's sheet music offers a rewarding experience for a diverse range of musicians, particularly those involved with concert bands, brass bands, and flexible ensembles. His compositions are known for their programmatic nature, often telling compelling stories or depicting significant events and environments, which makes them highly engaging for both performers and audiences. With a range of difficulty levels available, from easy to intermediate, his works like "Nostradamus," "Around the World in 80 Days," and "Dragon Fight" are widely accessible, allowing musicians to explore new sound perspectives and enjoy vibrant, narrative-driven pieces.

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