Libby Larsen

Quick Facts

Full Name	Libby Larsen
Occupation	Composer
Date Of Birth	Dec 24, 1950(1950-12-24)
Age	74
Birthplace	Wilmington
Country	United States
Birth City	Delaware
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Libby Larsen Biography

Libby Larsen is one of the most popular and richest Composer who was born on December 24, 1950 in Wilmington, Delaware, United States. Libby Larsen was the daughter of Robert Larsen, and Alice Brown Larsen, and was born in Wilmington, Delaware on December 24, 1950. She was the third daughter of five children. At three years old, Libby moved with her family to Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In 1983, Larsen was appointed one of the Minnesota Orchestra’s two composers- in-residence, making her the first woman to serve as a resident composer with a major orchestra. Water Music was her first symphony for the Minnesota Orchestra. It was performed by Sir Neville Marriner in 1985. Larsen studied the reasons behind the low attendance at classical concerts by people her age and the inadequacy of concert programs for non-European composers. She began to study American classical music and its place within American culture. These findings led to her compositions as well as other philosophical projects. Wynne, Wynne’s daughter, was born in 1986.

Larsen organized and became artistic director of the Hot Notes Series (sponsored by the Schubert Club of St. Paul) in 1993, which focuses on the modern keyboard, particularly on the interaction between performer and synthesized sound. This interaction has become a feature of her later works, including Frankenstein: The Modern Prometheus (1990) based on the book by Mary Shelley. This work used electronic visual effects such as projectors and screens around the theater which showed different perspectives (e.g. those of the monster or those of Frankenstein himself) throughout the opera. This opera was Larsen’s first exploration of technological sound and was selected as one of the eight best classical music events of 1990 by USA Today.

In addition to being known as a composer, Larsen is known as a musical philosopher and speaker. She has given keynote addresses at places such as the League of American Orchestras, American Choral Directors Association, American Orff-Schulwerk Association National Convention, Concert Band Directors National Association, Dominique de Menil Presidential Lecture Series at Rice University (2001), Music Educators National Convention, and National Association of Schools of Music. From 2003-04, she served as the first Harissios Papamarkou Chair in Education and Technology at the Library of Congress.

Larsen and Stephen Paulus co-founded Minnesota Composers Forum in 1973. Their goal was to create a platform for new compositions and provide support in business matters, such as applying for grants and negotiating contracts. The American Composers Forum was established in several cities across the country, including New York, Atlanta and Washington D.C. Its headquarters is located in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Libby Larsen Net Worth

Libby Larsen is one of the richest Composer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Libby Larsen 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Elizabeth Brown Larsen, born December 24, 1950, is an American contemporary classical composer. She co-founded the Minnesota Composers Forum with Stephen Paulus.

Larsen was a University of Minnesota graduate and undergraduate student. Larsen received a Bachelor of Arts in Theory and Composition degree in 1971, a Masters of Arts in Composition degree in 1975, and a PhD degree in Theory & Composition 1978. She studied composition with Dominick Agento, Paul Fetler, and Eric Stokes during her university studies. Larsen, who met James Reece at university, married James Reece in 1975.

In 1993, she won a Grammy Award for producer of Best Classical Vocal Performance for “The Art of Arlene Augér”, featuring her song cycle Sonnets from the Portuguese. In 1996, she received Honorary Doctorates from both St. Mary’s College/Notre Dame, and the University of Nebraska.

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Facts & Trivia

Libby Ranked on the list of most popular Composer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Libby Larsen celebrates birthday on December 24 of every year.

Top Facts about Libby Larsen

1. Libby Larsen is an American composer born in 1950.
2. She has composed over 500 works, including operas and choral pieces.
3. Larsen co-founded the Minnesota Composers Forum (now ACF) in 1973.
4. She was the first woman to serve as a resident composer with a major orchestra (Minnesota Orchestra).
5. Larsen has received numerous awards, including a Grammy nomination and a Guggenheim Fellowship.
6. Her music often explores themes of feminism and social justice.
7. Larsen’s most famous work is “The Holy Spirit Mass,” commissioned by St. Mark’s Cathedral in Minneapolis.
8. She holds honorary doctorates from several universities, including St. Olaf College and Lawrence University.
9. In addition to composing, Larsen is also an accomplished lecturer and writer on music topics.
10. Her music has been performed by orchestras around the world, including the New York Philharmonic and London Symphony Orchestra.

Is Libby Larsen married?

Throughout her studies at university, she studied composition with Dominick Argento, Paul Fetler and Eric Stokes. In 1975, Larsen married her husband, James Reece , whom she met at university.

What is Libby Larsen known for?

Libby Larsen, born December 24, 1950 in Wilmington, Delaware, is one of America’s most performed living composers. She has created a catalogue of over 500 works spanning virtually every genre from intimate vocal and chamber music to massive orchestral works and over 15 operas.

How many kids does Libby Larsen have?

I am married, and I have a daughter, a son in law , and two grandsons, and a dog, Bodie.

What country is Libby Larsen from?

American

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