Composers Now empowers all living composers, celebrates the diversity of their voices and honors the significance of their artistic contributions to the cultural fabric of society. Founder and artistic director Tania León leads the organization since 2010. Composers Now features a broad spectrum of performances in concert halls, jazz mobiles, opera stages, experimental spaces, conservatories, museums and other musical venues.
The 2026 First Commission Award - Amil Abumrad
The duo of Leyya Mona Tawil (voice/electronics/movement) and John King (electric guitar/electronics) has been collaboration for more than 5 years, performing live improvisational work under the title "Love Songs for a Free Palestine". The work is raw, energetic, kinetic, serene and powerful with a visceral cathartic impact for audiences everywhere.