"Erich Stem has an ear for sophisticated and intriguing spacing and textures...”
Erich Stem has developed an expansive repertoire encompassing symphonic projects, chamber music, and interdisciplinary collaborations, earning distinction for a musical style described as “unique and beautiful”(Boston Theatre Review) and one that “breaks minimalism apart” (A Closer Listen).
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Erich Stem Commissioned by Symphonicity for New Virginia Beach–Inspired Symphony
Featured Music
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Consortium commission featuring the La HERmandad duo. World premiere given at the International Clarinet Association's 50th Anniversary "Clarinetfest" in Denver, Colorado.
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Commissioned by National Symphony Orchestra percussionist Scott Christian and the University of Maryland Symphony Orchestra; for solo Marimba & Vibraphone and Orchestra.
Consider
Commissioned by the Juventas New Music Ensemble in 2013, it was released on the album, Spectres (April 30, 2016), featuring the Juventas New Music Ensemble and on an EP, Starting Point (April 4, 2017), featuring A/Tonal.
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“Erich Stem’s Revisited filled the auditorium with the rich and beautiful sounds of the East. Inspired by Japanese Shakuhachi music, the three movements of this piece are unique and beautiful... echoing the feeling of poetry with fluid lines and sophisticated nuances.”
Upcoming Events
July 20, 2025
Stem to appear on The Composer's Life podcast
Join host Nadia Mair for a conversation with composer Erich Stem, as they explore his approach to writing music, the ways he balances composing, teaching, and family life, and his insights for fellow composers on focusing their creative energy and pursuing diverse paths for generating income.
October 14, 2025
Stem to appear on Season 9 of the Moveable Do podcast
Stem will appear on Season 9 of the Moveable Do podcast. Host Steve Danielson interviews Erich to talk about his music and efforts to promote contemporary music in the US and abroad.
November 16, 2025
World Premiere of Virginia Beach Symphony by Symphonicity
Virginia Beach Symphony will receive its world premiere at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts as part of a commission featuring Symphonicity (Daniel W. Boothe, Conductor).
