We are delighted to announce Lauren Greenberg’s participation in the esteemed Winnipeg New Music Festival (WNMF) Composers Institute, held from January 24–29, 2024.
Selected as one of five talented emerging composers for this distinguished opportunity, Lauren immersed herself in a week-long exploration of the WNMF. From attending rehearsals to engaging in workshops and masterclasses, Lauren garnered invaluable insights and refined her craft under the mentorship of industry experts.
A highlight of Lauren’s journey at the Composers Institute was the professional rendition of her composition, Bonds of Cosmic Origins (2022), by the esteemed Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. This significant moment occurred at the festival’s launchpad concert on January 25, 2024, held at the magnificent Manitoba Centennial Concert Hall.
The inspiration behind Bonds of Cosmic Origins stemmed from Lauren’s undergraduate experiences at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BoCo) and the meaningful connections she forged with friends, musicians, and faculty. Thus, the title Bonds of Cosmic Origins—BoCo—was aptly chosen. Lauren ingeniously concealed these letters within her piece, employing Morse code to spell out BOCO in the percussion parts. The rhythmic motifs, initially introduced by the timpani, subtly encoded Morse code for BOCO. The percussionists’ interpretation of this concealed message serves as an expression of Lauren’s profound appreciation for her outstanding experience at BoCo.
Lauren’s participation in WNMF’s Composers Institute underscores her unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression and her pursuit of excellence in contemporary music. We commend Lauren for her remarkable achievements and eagerly anticipate witnessing her continued growth and success in the realm of music.
Please join us in extending our heartfelt congratulations to Lauren on this remarkable milestone, and in celebrating her exceptional talent and creativity!