Teen composer with a gift that belies his age

At 17, Tudor Dominik Maican has written more than 30 works, which he says reflect his passion for music. (By Michael Williamson -- The Washington Post)

A veteran Juilliard School piano teacher calls Tudor Dominik Maican "the most remarkable young man" she's ever met. The 17-year-old prodigy, who spends up to four hours a day composing, has written orchestral, choral and other music that his teachers and fans describe as mature, dramatic and deeply emotional. The Washington Post (free registration) (12/14)

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