Dr. Örjan Sandred

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Biography

Örjan Sandred, born in Sweden, is a distinguished composer and professor in the Desautels Faculty of Music at the University of Manitoba. He founded Studio FLAT, a research hub dedicated to computer music. Sandred's teaching focuses on composition, electro-acoustic music, and computer-assisted composition. His compositions have been showcased globally, with notable premieres including 'Konzert für Konzerthaus' highlighting innovative wave field synthesis technology at the Detmold concert hall in Germany, and a portrait concert at Uppsala, Sweden, broadcasted on Swedish National Radio. His active involvement in Canadian music includes collaborations with ensembles such as Klangforum and Groundswell New Music, further establishing his reputation as a leading contemporary composer. Sandred's works include international commissions and he is known for his live electronics compositions. His influential pieces explore varied instrumentation, such as the 'Lament Humanity' for symphony orchestra and the development of music integrating live electronics with traditional instruments. He is currently engaged in creating a new commission for pipe organ and live electronics, showcasing his innovative approach to contemporary music.

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Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
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