About

Mark Hannesson is a composer living in Edmonton, Canada.  

Born in Winnipeg, he studied at Brandon University (BMus), the University of Manitoba, The University of Alberta (MMus), and the University of British Columbia (DMA). He is presently an Associate Professor of Composition at the University of Alberta.

He is a member of the Wandelweiser network of composers, performers, and artists.

His music is often long, quiet, and contemplative.