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About Me

Mark Nowakowski began experimenting with sound at an early age. A native of Chicago, he completed his initial studies at Illinois State University, studying with Steven Taylor, Jim Boitos, and David Feurzeig before graduating with honors. He would go on to complete his Masters in Music Composition at the University of Colorado, where he studied with Daniel Kellogg, John Drumheller, and Michael Theodore. He is currently pursuing his DMA in Composition at the Cleveland Institute of Music , studying with Margaret Brouwer. The son of Polish immigrants, Mark's music derives its philosophical influences from the interplay between his Polish and American upbringings, and the dynamics of a bicultural existence. In addition, he is deeply influenced by the long history of Roman Catholic Mysticism, always seeking the transcendent elements which must be present in truly useful art. A strong believer in the power of art and cultural education, he has taught at every level, dedicating his free time to promoting educational experiences in the interrelated fields of music, faith, and culture. Profile edited with: CricketSoda Myspace Profile Editor

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/15/2006
Band Website: marknowakowski.com
Influences: Henryk Gorecki, Toru Takemitsu, Arvo Part, Ligeti, John Corigliano, Lili Boulanger, John Williams, Chopin, Palestrina & like company, all the other greats, and GOD.
Sounds Like: A slavic mystic lost in America (or so I'm told...)
Type of Label: None

My Blog

News and Updates

Hello Dear Friends! I just wanted to bring you up to date on my doings as of late. If you look at my website, (www.marknowakowski.com) you can listen and do...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Sun, 27 Jan 2008 09:28:00 PST

Updates and Good News

Hello friends, June is an exciting month for me. I've been named the composer-in-residence for the Canton Symphony Orchestra, for the 07/08 season. My "String Quart...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Mon, 04 Jun 2007 06:00:00 PST

"Aevum" and the derailed train.

Hey All, So my new orchestra piece "Aevum" is up. First I'll say that this is a downsampled version, so if you would like to listen to/download the real deal, please go to www.mark...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Sun, 21 Jan 2007 11:33:00 PST

Reflections on a Musical Land...

Recent times have been hectic, but I have finally allowed myself space to sit down and reflect on my recent trip to Poland. What follows is a painfully brief collection of thoughts...Arriving in...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Fri, 07 Jul 2006 03:04:00 PST

Week of 5/09/06 - ACF Featured Composer

Hey there, Just found out the pleasant news that I'm currently one of the "featured composers" on the American Composers Forum. Click on the link below, and the featured ...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Tue, 09 May 2006 02:06:00 PST

"Horizon" at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!

I just found this out:"Another Horizon" will receive its Cleveland premiere at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, at 10:30am this coming Monday. I will try to be there. If you're in the...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Wed, 22 Mar 2006 10:08:00 PST

"Another Horizon" Premiere

Tuesday night: McHenry West High School Auditorium -Come to see the premiere of my new Wind Ensemble piece, "Another Horizon" -- these kids are doing a great job with my music, and I encourage y...
Posted by Mark Nowakowski on Mon, 20 Mar 2006 09:37:00 PST