Steven Schick (born May or June[1] 1954) is a percussionist and conductor from the United States, specializing in contemporary classical music. He teaches at the University of California, San Diego and is currently the Music Director and Conductor of the La Jolla Symphony Orchestra.[2]
In February 2011, Schick was named director of the San Francisco Contemporary Music Players. He replaces Maestro David Milnes who stepped down in 2009.
In 2012, he became the first Artist-in-Residence with the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE).[3]
References edit
- ^ Interview Percussion 234 Steven Schick - "Toucher" (live performance) and Turning Points(comment at 43:32)
- ^ "Steven Schick". University of California, San Diego. Retrieved 22 February 2015.
- ^ "Steven Schick, Artist in Residence (2012-2015)". International Contemporary Ensemble. 2011. Retrieved 22 February 2015.
General edit
- The Percussionist's Art - Same Bed, Different Dreams (May 2006; University of Rochester Press; ISBN 978-1-58046-214-3)
External links edit
- Info at UCSD
- Info at Manhattan School of Music
- Steven Schick (February 16, 2004). "Ready for Anything". NewMusicBox (video included). Interviewed by Frank J. Oteri (published April 1, 2004).
- Video: What creativity means
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