Category Archives: Concert-Modern

Andy Akiho: No One To Know One

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

Andy Akiho is a captivating young composer and percussionist whose career has followed the unusual arc of playing and writing for steel drum bands to the modern concert stage. In his "No One To Know One" CD, he traces this … Continue reading →

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Joe Trapanese

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

Joe Trapanese is a young film composer who has a gift for creating scores that are remarkably moody and inviting. In this audio portrait, he talks about how his love of movies and classical music led him to composing for … Continue reading →

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Melinda Wagner: Melinda Wagner

Posted on October 10, 2011 by

Melinda Wagner’s self-titled CD is a spectacular showcase of a stunning modern composer’s exploration of melody, musical narrative and sonic contrasts. Her compositions constantly change, building on what comes before and leaving listeners with feelings that range from quiet reflections … Continue reading →

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Lei Liang: Milou

Posted on July 10, 2011 by

Lei Liang is a composer with a remarkable poetic sensibility. Born and raised in China, and educated at American universities, Liang’s music is a journey into sonic landscapes that evoke emotions ranging from inner quiet and meditations on nature to … Continue reading →

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Michael Hersch: Various Works

Posted on February 15, 2011 by

Michael Hersch is a modern American composer who is known for his clear, resonant, ambitious compositions and his mastery of the piano. In this audio portrait, he describes several major works, including: "Vanishing Pavilions," a large piano suite that he … Continue reading →

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