"I don't have to have tension to express my feelings; I can rely on joy, relief, nostalgia, intensity, and other emotional shadings as well."

Beth Anderson (1950)
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About Beth Anderson

Beth Anderson is an American composer known for her contributions to contemporary classical music. She studied at the University of Kentucky and holds a master's degree in composition from the University of California, Davis. Anderson's music often blends elements of minimalism, post-minimalism, and experimental styles, leading to a unique and innovative sound that has garnered critical acclaim.

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