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Gabriel Prokofiev
File:Gabriel Prokofiev.jpg
Prokofiev in Saint Petersburg, Russia
Born (1975-01-06) 6 January 1975 (age 49)
London, England
Occupation(s)Composer, producer, DJ
Years active1997—present
Relatives

Gabriel Prokofiev (born 6 January 1975) is a Russian-British composer, producer, DJ, and founder of the Nonclassical record label and nightclub.[1] He has been nominated for two Ivor Novello Awards[2][3] and his works have been performed internationally by orchestras such as BBC Philharmonic, St Petersburg Philharmonic,[4] Seattle Symphony, Detroit Symphony, MDR Leipzig,  Buenos Aires Philharmonic and Royal Seville Symphony Orchestra.[5]

Early life

Gabriel Prokofiev was born in London on 6 January 1975 to an English mother and a Russian father, the artist Oleg Prokofiev,[6] and is the grandson of the composer Sergei Prokofiev. His childhood was creative. He studied piano, horn, trumpet, and sang choral music. Resisting the pressure to embark on a classical career, he instead started writing songs and joined a pop band at age ten.[7] Inspired by the electronic dance music of the 90s but also wanting to compose classical music, Prokofiev decided to focus on the sub-genre of electroacoustic music during his student years.[8]

Enticed by the impressive BEAST (Birmingham Electro Acoustic Sound Theatre), founded by the renowned composer Jonty Harrison, Prokofiev studied at the University of Birmingham.[9] He then went on to study a Masters in composition at York University, entering one of his compositions into the Bourges International Electro-Acoustic Music Competition. He won a place in the student residency category.[10] He also became familiar with electronic and hip-hop production techniques and was active as a producer for several years.[11]

Career

He founded the independent record label and night club Nonclassical in 2004,[12] as a way of bringing classical music to younger people.[13]

Personal life

Prokofiev resides in Hackney, London, with his wife and their three children.[14]

Selected works

Soloist and orchestra

Orchestra

Chamber

  • Techno Suite (2023)
  • Litvinenko Suite (2022)
  • Piano Trio No.1 (2022), commissioned for the Van Baerle Trio by Tivoli Vredenberg and Muziekgebouw
  • Pastoral Reflections (2021)
  • Dr Calvin Remembers (2021)
  • Breaking Screens (2020)
  • Techno Suite (2019)
  • Broken Screen (2017), commissioned by Alison Balsom
  • The River Conqueror (2015), commissioned by Orchestre de Pau Pays de Béarn
  • Violin Duo No.1 (2014), commissioned by Retorica Duo, with LICA and Jersey International Music Festival
  • Pieces for Erhu & Piano (2015), commissioned by New Sound China UK
  • Howl for Electronics + Soloist (2013)
  • Six Observations for Flute Trio (2013), commissioned for Tempest Flute Trio by Nonclassical
  • Triangles (2012), commissioned by Fari Shams for Raimund Abraham Musikerhaus, Musuem Insel Hombroich
  • Cello Multitracks (2011)
  • Bogle Move (Jamaican Dancehall) (2010), commissioned by The Smith Quartet
  • String Quartet No.3 (2010), commissioned by the Ruysdael Kwartet
  • Piano Book No1 (2009), commissioned by GéNiA and Nonclassical
  • Stolen Guitars (2008), commissioned by POW Ensemble for Gaudeamus Foundation
  • IMPORT/EXPORT (2008)
  • Sleeveless Scherzo (2008), commission by Rambert Dance Company
  • String Quartet No.2 (2009), commissioned by PRS Foundation for the Elysian Quartet
  • Two Dances (2004), commissioned by Arts Council England for Tate Ensemble
  • String Quartet No.1 (2003), commissioned by The Elysian Quartet
  • Journeys of a Cattleherd (1997)

Stage and dance

Electronic

  • Strange Blooms (suite) (2013)
  • Café Perdu (1999)
  • Punch Me! Bite Me! (1998)
  • Zhiva (1998)

Vocal and opera

  • Elizabetta (2019)
  • The Lonely Giant (2009)
  • Simple Songs for Modern Life (2009), commissioned by PRS Foundation for Juice Vocal Ensemble
  • Magnificat and Nunc Dimitis (1998)

Film, TV and digital

  • Litvinenko (2022)
  • OK Computer (2021)
  • 22:22 (2017), commissioned by FLAMIN, (Film London Artists’ Moving Image), ACE and The Elephant Trust
  • Opponent (2014), commissioned by Film London and Channel 4 for Random Acts
  • Melior Street (2011), commissioned by Film London
  • Pig Alley (2008), commissioned by Opera North

Discography

Studio Albums

  • Breaking Screens (2021)
  • Concerto for Turntables No.1 & Cello Concerto (2020)
  • Beethoven Reimagined (2020)
  • Saxophone Concerto, Bass Drum Concerto (2019)
  • Gabriel Prokofiev Selected Classical Works 2003-2012 (2014)
  • Cello Multitracks (2012)
  • Import/Export (Gabriel Prokofiev: Suite for Global Junk) (2010)
  • Gabriel Prokofiev: Piano Book No.1 (2010)
  • Gabriel Prokofiev: Concerto for Turntables and Orchestra No.1 (2009)
  • Gabriel Prokofiev: String Quartet No.2 (2007)
  • Gabriel Prokofiev: String Quartet No.1 (2004)

EPs

  • Strange Blooms (2022)
  • HOWL! (2022)
  • Float Dance EP2 (2014)
  • Float Dance EP1 (2014)

Soundtracks

  • Litvinenko (Original Soundtrack from the ITV Drama) (2022)

References

  1. ^ "Gabriel Prokofiev | Sozo Artists". sozoartists.com. Archived from the original on 18 June 2015. Retrieved 14 December 2016.
  2. ^ "British Composer Awards 2015 nominees revealed". www.prsformusic.com. Retrieved 2 June 2023.
  3. ^ Matthews, Fran (3 November 2020). "The Ivors Composer Awards 2020 Nominations Announced". The Ivors Academy. Retrieved 2 June 2023.
  4. ^ Stuart, Sarah (20 February 2023). "Gabriel Prokofiev on heritage and music's universal unspoken powers". musifee.com. Retrieved 2 June 2023.
  5. ^ LionCoders. "Gabriel Prokofiev". Stauffer Center. Retrieved 2 June 2023.
  6. ^ "PRS for Music Foundation - Gabriel Prokofiev". PRS for Music Foundation. Archived from the original on 15 July 2011. Retrieved 13 August 2011.
  7. ^ "Gabriel Prokofiev Biography, Songs, & Albums". AllMusic. Retrieved 8 June 2023.
  8. ^ "Gabriel Prokofiev: From nonclassical and back – Vantage Music". Retrieved 8 June 2023.
  9. ^ "Gabriel Prokofiev: From nonclassical and back – Vantage Music". Retrieved 8 June 2023.
  10. ^ "Gabriel Prokofiev: From nonclassical and back – Vantage Music". Retrieved 8 June 2023.
  11. ^ "Gabriel Prokofiev Biography, Songs, & Albums". AllMusic. Retrieved 8 June 2023.
  12. ^ Coffey, Russ (2 March 2004). "Prokofiev goes clubbing". The Telegraph. London. Retrieved 13 August 2011.
  13. ^ Anna Prosvetova (7 July 2016). "Interview: Gabriel Prokofiev on music in the cinema, Sergei Prokofiev's legacy and classical music today". Russian Art and Culture. Archived from the original on 24 April 2017. Retrieved 18 April 2019.
  14. ^ LionCoders. "Gabriel Prokofiev". Stauffer Center. Retrieved 2 June 2023.

External links

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