John Corigliano

John Corigliano, born in 1938, is a celebrated American composer whose extensive body of work spans symphonies, operas, concertos, and film scores. With over 100 compositions to his name, Corigliano has garnered prestigious accolades, including a Pulitzer Prize, five Grammy Awards, a Grawemeyer Award, and an Academy Award. His music is known for its tonal accessibility and expressive depth, drawing from a wide range of influences. Notable works include his Symphony No. 1, inspired by the AIDS epidemic, and the film score for "The Red Violin," which he later adapted into the "Red Violin" Concerto. Corigliano's compositions often pay homage to the past while pushing the boundaries of contemporary classical music, making him one of the most celebrated composers of the past few decades. Beyond his composing, Corigliano is also dedicated to education, teaching composition at The Juilliard School.