STEVEN MARC TRIER
Music Composer & Producer
Steven Marc Trier, an acclaimed American Music Composer and Producer, traces his roots back to the vibrant music scene of California. Born with an innate passion for music, Steven is best known as the visionary founder of Aureus Music, Inc., an independent recording label and production company nestled in the artistic enclave of Greenbrae, California.
Dubbed the “American George Michaels” by ACID JAZZ Magazine in its August 2007 edition, Steven Marc Trier has carved a niche for himself as a maestro in helping emerging recording artists define their unique sound and style. His expertise extends beyond composing original works to guiding musicians in navigating the intricate landscape of the independent music industry, emphasizing best practices for both the Independent Musician and the Independent Distribution model.
Steven’s musical journey began at the tender age of three, embarking on piano instruction that swiftly led him to become well-known throughout Northern California. As a Second Generation Brahms Student, his focus on Romantic Period Composers, particularly Frederick Chopin, laid the foundation for his distinctive approach to composition. By the age of 11, Steven was already creating original works that hinted at the prodigious talent that would define his career.
Vocally trained by renowned instructors Reinhardt Krekow, MFA, and Edward Sayegh, Steven’s piano studies under Dr. David Hatch and mentorship under Sir Wladimir Jan Kochanski enriched his musical palette. A seven-year apprenticeship with Jefferson Airplane’s David Freiberg and Linda Imperial immersed him in the recording arts and sciences, eventually leading to the establishment of his studio, Aureus Music, Inc., in 1994.
Throughout his illustrious career, Steven Marc Trier has produced notable recording artists such as Caroline Lund, SADE, Kim Kuzma, Barry Manilow, and Linda Imperial. A versatile musician, he has been an integral part of recording groups, including LFB-The Leo Frappier Band.
Specializing in Pop/Soul and Ballad genres, Steven not only writes, arranges, produces, and performs all of his original works but also draws inspiration from the iconic Prince Rogers Nelson. His mission is clear: to assist fellow artists in developing their original musical compositions, and overseeing the production, arrangement, and recording of their songs, all while ensuring they retain copyright ownership over their masters and compositions.
In the ever-evolving landscape of music, Steven Marc Trier stands as a beacon of creativity, mentorship, and artistic integrity, leaving an indelible mark on the world of independent music.
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