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Ernest Bloch (July 24, 1880 – July 15, 1959) was a Swiss-born composer and performer whose Jewish heritage deeply informed his orchestral and vocal works. From his early studies in Geneva to influential teaching posts across the United States, Bloch shaped 20th-century classical music with pieces that blend spiritual lyricism with expressive orchestration. He is best known for works like the Israel Symphony, Schelomo, and Suite Hébraïque, which remain touchstones in concert repertoires worldwide.