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Eugene Astapov is a Ukrainian-Canadian composer and conductor, known for his orchestral works that combine rich harmonic textures with masterful orchestration. He is recognized for his contributions to contemporary music and has been awarded the Grand Prize at the 2019 SOCAN Foundation's Young Composer Awards, as well as the 2022 Blueprint Bridge Fellowship at the Juilliard School. Astapov's compositions have been performed by leading orchestras and ensembles across the globe, including the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. He is also an active conductor, specializing in the presentation of works by contemporary composers, and has served as the RBC Associate Composer/Conductor with Esprit Orchestra, Canada's full-sized orchestra dedicated to contemporary music. His artistic activities are supported by various organizations including the Canada Council for the Arts and the Ontario Arts Council. Astapov holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Toronto and serves as an instructor and examiner at the Royal Conservatory of Music.
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