contemporary classical music – Page 27

Tom Smail, composer

November 27, 2020 The Cross-Eyed Pianist

Be true to your inner voice. Influences are vital and valuable criticism is essential, but ultimately you must write what you feel

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

Arash Safaian, composer

October 27, 2020 The Cross-Eyed Pianist

I believe the greatest challenge for today’s composers is that contemporary classical music is still not seen as an undeniable part of the classical music world. Worshipping the great masters of the past has been for a long time the main aspiration for musicians all over the world. But a lot is moving in an exciting direction right now.

John McLachlan, composer

October 1, 2020 The Cross-Eyed Pianist

In general, I am looking for ways of creating satisfying continuity out of asymmetrical material in both pitch and time. Sometimes I am also very interested in blending colours .