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.
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The 2026 First Commission Award - Amil Abumrad
The 2026 First Commission Award - Amil Abumrad
Upcoming Events
02/12/2026
Twelve Blocks Release Concert
On February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm, join composer-pianist Michael Stephen Brown at the Rose Studio for a concert and celebration marking the release of Twelve Blocks, his first album of all-original music, available worldwide the following day.
02/12/2026
Ben Monder Trio
Ben Monder is a jazz guitarist and composer known for his unique sound and creative approach to the guitar. His work spans a wide range of styles, from traditional jazz to experimental and avant-garde music.
02/13/2026
No Exit Presents: Jenny Lin - METROPOLIS Reimagined
METROPOLIS Reimagined is a spectacular and breathtaking multimedia event featuring the remarkable talents of internationally-renowned pianist Jenny Lin and electronic artist Drake Andersen. This new scoring of the 1984 restoration of Fritz Lang’s cinematic masterpiece was created collaboratively by the 10 composers of ICEBERG New Music. Experience this classic film as never before in this special one night only presentation.
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4th Dimension of Words by Sophia Kunxu Dou - 2025 Composers Now First Commission
Wednesday, January 29, 2025