Biography

Andreas Begert (b. 1990) is a German composer of contemporary classical music based near Munich. His work focuses on orchestral, choral and stage compositions, characterised by large-scale narrative forms and a synthesis of tradition and contemporary musical language.

He studied Music Education at the University of Music and Theatre Munich, with principal study in jazz piano and secondary study in cello. Following his studies, he dedicated himself to composition, developing an extensive catalogue of works for orchestra, choir and large ensemble.

His music has been performed by ensembles including the Munich Symphony Orchestra, as well as musicians of the Bavarian State Opera and the Munich Philharmonic, and has been presented by internationally active soloists such as Rebekka Hartmann, Marie-Sophie Pollak and Wolfram Winkel.

A breakthrough came with the Bavarian Oratorio (2022), premiered at the Herkulessaal of the Munich Residenz by the Munich Symphony Orchestra and the Heinrich Schütz Ensemble Vornbach under Markus Bauer. Performances followed at the Basilica of Ottobeuren and Augsburg Cathedral.

Recent works include the Bavarian Symphony (2024) and Regentanzal (2025), awarded First Prize and Audience Prize at the Regensburg Composition Competition. Current projects include the opera Ludwig and Aphrodite and the Symphony No. 2 – Bavarian Peace Symphony.

From 2015 to 2022, he taught practical piano skills at the University of Music and Theatre Munich. Since 2024, he has served as Artistic Director of the Dorfen Festival.

Alongside his classical work, Begert has been active as a songwriter and performer in various jazz and popular music projects, including appearances at major German festivals.