Jennifer Higdon won't apologize for writing accessible music

As one of the most-performed living composers, the Pulitzer winner insists that her music communicate to everyone — from farmers to children to the classical music intelligentsia.

Apr 25, 2025 - 11:37
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Jennifer Higdon won't apologize for writing accessible music
Composer Jennifer Higdon during rehearsal at the OK Mozart Festival in Oklahoma. Her music receives over 250 performances each year.

As one of the most-performed living composers, the Pulitzer winner insists that her music communicate to everyone — from farmers to children to the classical music intelligentsia.

(Image credit: OK Mozart Festival)