Carlos Simon
GRAMMY-nominated composer and activist whose work spans orchestral music, opera, film, and chamber music; serves as Composer-in-Residence at the Kennedy Center and was the inaugural Composer Chair for the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 38min
Carlos Simon, GRAMMY-Nominated Composer, Curator and Activist
Carlos Simon, GRAMMY-nominated composer and activist who serves as Composer-in-Residence at the Kennedy Center, traces music from church roots to concert halls. He talks about blending improvisation and classical form. He describes scoring for film, opera, and civic projects, building collaborative ensembles like the Blacknificent Seven, and composing as an act of service and social reflection.
