PHILOSOPHY

“I believe composers must have an insatiable curiosity that extends beyond purely musical interests in order to achieve a compelling level of creativity in their work. Studying composition within a liberal arts setting will give you the necessary tools to effectively synthesize these extra-musical ideas within your music.

“Throughout the core Musicianship, Performance, and Music History sequence, the student composer will develop an understanding of historical and theoretical artistic practices by completing listening and composition exercises designed to support your deeper understanding of: harmony, instrumentation, orchestration, and counterpoint. These projects will inform your current and future work, allowing you to engage with musical and cultural practices in novel ways.

“For composers, the fullest realization of your work is through public performance and recordings. We designed the Lacroute Composer Readings and Chamber Music Mentorship Program to support your growth as a composer over four years. Our program encourages you to: collaborate with performers as you are composing to develop your understanding of different instruments, refine or revise your ideas for future public performance, and build your communication skills. As your teachers, we will help you develop your individual voice and musical personality.”

– Andrea Reinkemeyer, DMA