“I am honored to be selected as the Draylen Mason Composer-in-Residence,” said composer Assad. “There is an exciting wave of inclusivity in today’s music world that is refreshing and inspiring. As more artists embrace diversity and experimentation and illuminate underrepresented communities and voices, this newfound unity carries a message of beauty and hope resonating with global audiences.”
ARTICLES:
Takács players dissect and reassemble the string quartet with new Assad piece By David Wright “The interpersonal dynamics of a professional string quartet have intrigued listeners ever since Joseph Haydn
‘Let’s Clarice it up!’: The Takács on Assad’s new commission (The Strad) Violinist Harumi Rhodes on the Takács Quartet’s touring commission, NEXUS, which receives its New York premiere at Carnegie
So happy to have been awarded this amazing award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters ! “The Andrew Imbrie Award in Music of $10,000, which recognizes a mid-career
Dear Friends, It is hard to believe that 2025 came to and end. What a year that was, in so many ways. Happy new year to you and thank you
I am absolutely thrilled to announce that I’m the Composer in Residence for Concerts on the Slope‘s 2025-26 season in Park Slope, Brooklyn! Over the course of this incredible year,
SPHINX VIRTUOSI NATIONAL TOUR | “VISIONS OF PEACE” Over the next six months, I’m thrilled to have my music featured on the Sphinx Virtuosi’s stunning national tour, reaching audiences across
