User:Nico27901925
Xander Tan | |
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| Born | 26 March 2011 |
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Xander Tan (born 26 March 2011) is a Singaporean composer and musician known for his work in classical music.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Xander was born and raised in Singapore. He graduated from Bedok Green Primary School and is currently attending Bedok Green Secondary School. From a young age, he exhibited perfect pitch and a deep interest in classical music, which led him to pursue composition. He plays three instruments, particularly the Piano, Violin, and the Flute.
Composition Career
[edit]Style and Influences
[edit]Xander's compositions are rooted in classical traditions. He draws inspiration from renowned classical composers, showcasing a deep understanding of musical theory and orchestration.
Notable Works
[edit]- Recorder Octet No. 1, Op. 1 (2023): A recorder octet for garklein, soprano, soprano, alto, tenor, bass, greatbass, and contrabass recorder.
- Piano Sonata in C Major, Op. 2 (2023): A three-movement work (with one completed movement) for solo piano.
- Orchestral Suite No. 1 "Baroque", Op. 3 (2023): One of a set of orchestral pieces using orchestral instrumentations from different periods of classical music. The rest are incomplete.
- Symphony No. 1, Op. 4 (2024): An incomplete and lost planned symphony.
- Symphony No. 2, Op. 5 (2024): Another incomplete and lost planned symphony.
Performances and Collaborations
[edit]Xander has performed at various events, including:
- Concert Band Performances: Participated in performances of pieces such as March 'Together' by Mitsuo Nonami, Union March by Mekel Rogers, and Kampong Love by Benjamin Yeo.
Personal Life
[edit]In addition to his musical pursuits, Xander enjoys gaming, particularly Minecraft, and has a keen interest in public transport systems in Singapore. He is also a clock collector and has a passion for timepieces.
External Links
[edit]- Sheet music
- Free scores by Nico27901925 at the International Music Score Library Project (IMSLP)
- Free scores by Nico27901925 in the Choral Public Domain Library (ChoralWiki)