The compositions of Andrew Maxfield—hailed as “rhythmically vital … superbly judged … [and] tender” by Fanfare Magazine—have been performed by the Utah Symphony, The Choir of Royal Holloway, The Gesualdo Six, and by Sound of Ages at Carnegie Hall. A recent winner of the King’s Singer’s New Music Prize (Jury Special Commendation), Andrew has been a Composer Fellow of the National Collegiate Choral Organization ...
Personal Artistic Mission Statement
My purpose is to employ the various facets of my voice and the best applications of my craft—in music, writing, civic engagement, teaching, and otherwise—to bless the world around me. My work follows several broad themes of personal concern including: local adaptation and sustainability; literacy (basic, emotional, cultural); and peacemaking. We see glimpses of our highest potential and best selves through art, which Gerhard Richter rightly called “the highest form of hope,” and I hope to be useful through my best efforts.
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"You were about more than just hyping your music."
—Karl O., Seattle
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The Choir of Royal Holloway Performs Andrew Maxfield's "The lamb"
Clinician, teacher, speaker
An engaging teacher and public speaker, Andrew is available for clinics, residencies, workshops, conferences, and more. Read more.
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Commission New MUSIC BY ANDREW MAXFIELD
Co-mission: possible
I accept commissions, and I'm constantly working on new music in my cheerful, collaborative way. Want to co-create something cool? Read more.