Libby Larsen
Composer and orchestral artist
Born
December 24th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An influential American composer, she has composed over 400 works spanning various genres, including orchestral, chamber, and vocal music. Collaborations with numerous theater companies and orchestras highlighted her career, significantly contributing to contemporary classical music. She co-founded the Minnesota Commissioning Club to promote new works. Larsen's compositions have been performed by major orchestras, leading to increased recognition in the field of contemporary classical music.
Composed over 400 works
Co-founded the Minnesota Commissioning Club
Received the prestigious 1994 American Academy Award in Music
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