Eric N. King is a classical romantic composer dedicated to crafting works with strong, memorable melodies. Inspired by composers like Chopin, Grieg, and Rachmaninov, he began composing at the age of six, coinciding with his initial piano lessons. King studied music composition and theory under Bernice Ness and Dr. Desiderius Klempay. In 2024, he received a competition prize and grant from the McKnight Foundation for a string quintet composition, performed by musicians from the Minnesota Sinfonia. His works have been premiered by members of the Minnesota Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. ([ericnking.com](https://www.ericnking.com/bio?utm_source=openai))