Meredith Monk
American composer and choreographer
Born
November 20th, 1942
82 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the world of contemporary music and performance, this artist combined elements of voice, movement, and text to create innovative works. As a pioneer of multidisciplinary performance, contributions include the creation of unique vocal techniques and the development of a distinctive style that blurs the boundaries between music and theater. Major works include 'Atlas' and 'Candlelight,' which showcase an exploration of the human experience through sound and movement. Active in both performance and teaching, her influence on future generations of artists remains significant.
Created the work 'Atlas'
Developed the piece 'Candlelight'
Pioneered extended vocal techniques
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