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Frontiers in Art Research, 2023, 5(13); doi: 10.25236/FAR.2023.051302.

Peace and Tenderness: An Analysis on Chinese Female Contemporary Composer Leilei Tian’s Works

Author(s)

Liu Mingqing1,2, Lee Chie Tsang Isaiah2

Corresponding Author:
Liu Mingqing
Affiliation(s)

1Academy of Arts & Creative Technology (ACT), University Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

2College of Music, Neijiang Normal University, Neijiang, China

Abstract

Tian Leilei is a renowned contemporary composer from China, recognized for her significant contributions to the field of music composition. Notably, she achieved the distinction of being the first Chinese recipient of the prestigious Besancon composition competition, where she was awarded the esteemed 1st prize. The artistic creations of this individual are widely recognized for their adept utilization of compositional techniques and distinctive aesthetic. The artistic endeavors of the individual in question have garnered significant attention and acclaim on a global scale. This article aims to explore Tian's composition style by briefly analyzing four pieces of her work from different periods of time.

Keywords

Leilei Tian, Female composer, Chinese composer, Contemporary music, Music analysis

Cite This Paper

Liu Mingqing, Lee Chie Tsang Isaiah. Peace and Tenderness: An Analysis on Chinese Female Contemporary Composer Leilei Tian’s Works. Frontiers in Art Research (2023) Vol. 5, Issue 13: 8-14. https://doi.org/10.25236/FAR.2023.051302.

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