The Music of Benjamin N Brody

BIOGRAPHY

Benjamin N. Brody (2002) is a young Ohio-based composer. His music has been performed by ensembles such as the Cleveland Chamber Orchestra, The Southwestern Oklahoma State University Wind Symphony, The University of Akron Wind Symphony and Symphony, The Ohio State University Middle School Concert Band Academy as well various middle schools, high schools and chamber ensembles in Ohio. While at Akron, Brody has performed with the University of Akron Symphony Band, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble and Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble. Music of Brody’s has been selected to be performed at various conferences, such as the Ohio Music Education Association Professional Development Conference and the Mid West Regional Tuba Euphonium Conference. Brody recently graduated summa cum laude from The University of Akron, receiving his bachelor’s degree in music composition. Brody has studied composition with Robert Brownlow, James Wilding and Nicole Piunno. When not composing, Brody enjoys watching classic movies and hiking.

FEATURED PERFORMANCES

Perches in the Soul: A Symphony for Band

Grade 5

Premiere Performance by the Southwestern Oklahoma State University Wind Symphony. April 26, 2024. Robert Pippin, Conductor.

Modern Times

for Two Clarinets and Piano Medium-Advanced/Advanced

Kerri Davis and Destiny Malave, Clarinets. Emilie Hsu, Piano.