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Curriculum Vitae of Emilio Tosi
Emilio Tosi is a musician based in Milan, Italy.
Having graduated in Violin from the G. Verdi Conservatory in Milan in 1981, he joined the "I Pomeriggi Musicali" chamber orchestra. There, he pursued an intensive artistic career, collaborating with internationally renowned conductors and soloists.
Concurrently, he directed the Rozzano Civic Music School for two decades, an institution that attracts over 200 students annually.
Always fascinated by composition, he has written numerous symphonic pieces across various genres over the years.
More recently, he has composed several works for String Quartets, earning numerous awards in International competitions.
Interview about “ Quanti di Luce ? "
The piece "Quanti di Luce ?" was born from a desire to express myself in the language most congenial to me. After graduating in Violin from the Milan Conservatory, I continued my training for over forty years, working in a classical music orchestra in my hometown of Milan.
My career has been built on a foundation of diverse musical experiences. I have performed thousands of pieces, ranging from Baroque to modern music, and have always listened to music of all genres, guided by my curiosity. This path has profoundly influenced my compositions, favouring the string quartet format, and therefore chamber music, which I have always appreciated, also having been part of a string quartet.
My compositional process for "Quanti di Luce?" is highly intuitive. It begins with a few bars of music that I transcribe on the computer and then develop through writing and listening, favouring an "artisanal" approach rather than an intellectual one; during this work, new ideas arise that I develop further. It's clear that I don't like symmetry: when I revisit a theme, it's never the same as I originally presented it, but I always insert some variation, even the smallest one. Ultimately, I try to listen to my unconscious to communicate and evoke emotions.
The title emerged retrospectively. It came about after listening to the piece over and over again, and thinking back to my passion for quantum physics.
Reflecting on my life, music has always been a part of my life since childhood. I've been fortunate enough to study and listen, combining work with passion; even discovering hidden aspects of myself despite some periods of crisis.
I hold a specific view on modern music. I believe the language of music is increasingly influenced by technology, which on the one hand opens up countless possibilities to the detriment of creativity. I hope the desire to excite the audience prevails over playful and commercial intent.
Looking forward, I've only been composing for about two years, and I find profound pleasure in writing because I can express myself by letting myself be guided by the most unconscious part of myself, and I hope to continue in this direction.
Finally, I thank the World Classic Masters Association for appreciating my work and giving me the opportunity to make myself known.