"Erich Stem has an ear for sophisticated and intriguing spacing and textures...”

 - J. Reinthaler, Washington Post

Erich Stem's music has been performed live around the globe in places such as New York City, Boston, San Antonio, Los Angeles, Miami, England, the Netherlands, and Romania and can be heard on albums by critically acclaimed groups such as counter)induction, Aurelia Saxophone Quartet, SOLI Chamber Ensemble, and the Cadillac Moon Ensemble. His commissions include music for recognized artists such as saxophonist Johan van der Linden and flutist Lindsey Goodman

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KAYAK - February 25 2023

Featured Music

Kayak

Commissioned by NSO percussionist Scott Christian and the University of Maryland Symphony Orchestra; for solo Marimba & Vibraphone and Orchestra.

re:CONNECT

Commissioned by the La HERmandad duo for a premiere at the 2023 International Clarinet Association's 50th Anniversary "Clarinetfest" in Denver, Colorado.

Firefly

Commissioned by clarinetist Carrie RavenStem and the IU Southeast Concert Band; for Eb Clarinet and Wind Ensemble.

“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.”

– Boston Theatre Review

Upcoming Events

July 8, 2023

International Clarinet Association's Clarinetfest 2023

World Premiere of re:CONNECT by La HERmandad Clarinet Duo

Denver, CO

Premiere to take place at the 50th Anniversary of the International Clarinet Association's ClarinetFest, featuring Backun Artists Carrie RavenStem and Adria Sutherland (La HERmandad Clarinet Duo)

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