Garrison Gerard

Garrison Gerard is a composer of electroacoustic and concert music. His work explores intersections between ecology and music. His music has been presented internationally with performances by groups such as [Mod]ular Ensemble, Fort Worth Symphony, and Nu Atmospheres Ensemble. An ardent collaborator, he has been commissioned by ensembles and soloists such as Andrew Cook, Spencer Byrd, the Avenue C Project, Atelier Piano Quartet, and Amorsima String Trio. In 2023 Gerard served as Fulbright Fellow at the University of Iceland. Gerard currently serves as Assistant Professor of Music at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. In addition to composition, Gerard is a conductor, pianist, trumpeter, improviser, and avid advocate for new music. He is a founding member of the Nu Atmospheres Ensemble and conducts the NOVA New Music Ensemble at the University of North Texas. Gerard completed his Doctoral degree in Music Composition from the University of North Texas and received a Bachelors in Piano from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas.