Artist description 21st-century concert music

Music Style Yes, it's 'modern classical' music, but in a friendly kind of way. Mostly. Or is it?

Musical Influences Feldman, Messiaen, Miles Davis, Indian classical music, Nancarrow, Varese, Zappa...not that this sounds like any of them.

Similar Artists Morton Feldman, Philip Glass, or a heavily-medicated John Zorn, depending on who you ask.

Artist History David's music has been performed across North America and in Europe by Synchronia, Sound--The Alarm!, the Dutch Tuba Quartet, the May in Miami Festival, and EmergOrchestra, and has been broadcast on Wisconsin Public Radio and many new-music radio shows around the country. He has fulfilled commissions from the Oakwood Chamber Players, Music St. Croix, the Wisconsin Alliance for Composers, and others. He serves on the board of the Wisconsin Alliance for Composers and is editor of the Society of Composers, Inc. Online News.

Press Reviews "Witty, sometimes charming, evocative and extremely descriptive, his work is a juxtaposition of textures and tones that can't help but lead the listener down some unknown and intriguing path." (mp3reviews.com) ______________________________________ "[Perspectives] epitomises the magical ability of a piece of music to be both an intellectual and emotional journey at the same time." (Pigeonholes Aside) ______________________________________ "Showed strong lyric and rhythmic development." "Subtly melded harmonic, rhythmic and soloistic elements...into an impressive structure." (Jess Anderson, Isthmus, Madison, WI) ______________________________________ "'Snowflakes,' by David Drexler, is a mixed chamber ensemble for flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano. This contemporary classical conversation stretches the traditional boundaries of classical music by seamlessly floating through moments of unusual, thought-provoking sonics. Although David Drexler's compositions are experimental and minimalist, they remain highly listenable thanks to a tight structure and careful arrangements." (Riffage.com, January 2000) ______________________________________ "It's too 'nice.' Sometimes you have to be a prick about these things." (Fred Kauffman, Florida International University) ______________________________________ I am curious as to why you even bother to stay at the Classical Music Genre. I have listened to your music and you suck!! (Anonymous Georgetown U. student)

Location Madison, WI - USA

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