Know that you are a part of a large mosaic of musicians throughout the world; our collective mission, I believe, is to create gifts of beauty, expressiveness and positive energy to our audiences
Tag: American composer
Sharon Ruchman, composer & pianist
It’s about creating something that is wonderful and engaging.
Alex Shapiro, composer
The great thing about being a composer in the 21st century is that we no longer need to be the least bit affected by anyone’s arbitrary rules about what’s considered acceptable or not in concert music
RICHARD BOUKAS, composer, guitarist, educator
To be taken seriously as a musician or composer, you must always create the best quality music possible, and never settle. A composer never “arrives”, only to rest on their laurels. You traverse various stylistic phases, only to seek a whole new set of challenges.
Edward Smaldone, composer
Who or what were the most significant influences on your musical life and career as a composer? That would have to be some combination of
Gavin Luke, pianist & composer
Who or what inspired you to take up composing, and pursue a career in music? I’ve always had an innate attraction to music. My mother
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