Composer Jennifer Higdon is fascinated by the connection between painting and music, often picturing colors as she composes melodies and harmonies.
Performer Biography
The Cypress String Quartet, featured on this album, has commissioned and premiered over 25 works from leading American composers since its inception in 1996.
Performer Biography
Anne Akiko Meyers, a violinist on this album, has performed with major orchestras worldwide and appeared on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.
Composer Biography
Jennifer Higdon, a major figure in contemporary classical music, began formal musical studies at 18 and composition at 21, a relatively late start.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Jennifer Higdon's primary goal in composing is to create music that communicates effectively to all types of listeners, from first-timers to seasoned connoisseurs.
Cultural Impact
Jennifer Higdon's music appeals to a wide audience, with her orchestral work, blue cathedral, being one of the most performed contemporary orchestral works in the United States.
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