Mario Schneider was born in 1970 in Neindorf. After studying Music, Philosophy and Art History, he worked with Harold Faltermeyer on several film scores. In 1999, he received a diploma as a film composer and began working as a director, author and composer. In addition to his work with Harold Faltermeyer, he has composed soundtracks for numerous television series and feature films. His films as a director include: "Helbra" (2003), "Heinz and Fred" (2007), and his upcoming feature project "Opus 9" (2008).

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