Louie

Question 1

dates

Answer 1

b 1949

Question 2

born in

Answer 2

vancouver

Question 3

heritage

Answer 3

Chinese, daughter of second generation canadians

Question 4

earned ___________ from the royal conservatory

Answer 4

ARCT diploma in piano performance

Question 5

graduated from

Answer 5

ubc

Question 6

current focus is_____ although has taught theory and composition

Answer 6

composition

Question 7

musical style and contribution

Answer 7

• style combines traditional structures with contemporary language that retains an emphasis on expression and communication
• pan ethnic perspective, combines asian music with western style
• influences of minimalism
• incorporates electronic technology and programmatic elements
• influences by Canadian first nations
• influences by Stravinsky, Debussy
• musical humour
• varied harmonic language embraces tonality, modality, extreme dissonance
• piano music draws on the instruments expressive quality through extensive use of pedal and delicate wind chime like figuration

Question 8

genres

Answer 8

orchestral, chamber, piano, film scores, operas, vocal, electronic music