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Whoever said modern music is humourless and cerebral? Kelley Sheehan wins Gaudeamus Award 2019

Posted on September 10, 2019 by Thea Derks

For a moment the envelope doesn’t seem to open, but then Ingrid van Engelshoven conjures up the redeeming piece of paper. ‘The winner of the Gaudeamus Award 2019 is Kelley Sheehan!’ The small American composer is visibly surprised, she hasn’t … Continue reading →

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Gaudeamus nominee Kelley Sheehan: ‘I enjoy an open dialogue with the performers’

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Thea Derks

From 4 to 8 September the Gaudeamus Music Week presents state of the art contemporary music, performed by a plethora of ensembles and musicians. Five composers compete for the coveted Gaudeamus Award 2019: Stefan Maier (CA, 1990); Nicholas Morrish (GB, 1989); Scott Rubin (US, … Continue reading →

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