Libby Larsen
The Department of Music presents Libby Larsen as part of the 2021 SHE Festival of Women in Music. Larsen is a noted composer and one of the most performed music creators in the United States. Her virtual residency includes three events, all open to the public, on Thursday, March 11. All events are free, but registration is required.
2 p.m. – Composition Masterclass
5 p.m. – Performance Masterclass
7 p.m. – Libby Larsen: My Life as a Composer
The masterclasses include Larsen hearing U of A music students. The composition masterclass includes students from Robert Mueller’s composition studio with Larsen providing feedback and critiques of student works. Students from Moon-Sook Park’s voice studio will perform work written by Larsen for the performance masterclass.
The composer’s talk includes a reflective conversation about Larsen’s life and her works. This introspective talk gives great insight to the working life of one of America’s most prolific living composers. The public and students will enjoy learning about Larsen’s experiences.
More information about the SHE Festival and all of the events…
