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Ben Stapp has established himself as a singular voice in contemporary music, reinventing the tuba’s role through a unique exploration of sound, color, and texture. Described by William Parker as a musician who "reinvents many aspects of tuba playing," Stapp is recognized by NYJCR’s Joe Morris as "one of the most profound improvisers at work in the U.S." As a composer, his work is noted for a "daring that few artists possess," exemplified by his Jerome Artist Award-winning opera, "Myrrha’s Red Book". His recent solo album, "Uzmic Ro’Samg", was featured on the JazzTimes Top 10 list, with critics hailing it as a "completely new language."Stapp’s discography spans over thirty albums, including eight releases as a leader on his own label, Uqbar Music. His versatile career includes high-profile engagements with Ray Anderson’s Pocket Brass Band, Steven Bernstein’s Universal Melody Brass Band, the International Contemporary Ensemble, and the American Composers Orchestra (ACO). He has further performed with Frank London, Steve Swell’s Tuba Band, Red Barrat, and the ECCE Ensemble, solidifying his presence across the Jazz, Classical, and Avant-Garde landscapes.
Through his label and his compositions, Stapp continues to push the boundaries of the medium. His work has transitioned from the stage to the classroom, with his larger-scale compositions becoming subjects of study in collegiate papers. He remains a dedicated innovator, frequently cited by publications like Avant Music News for creating works that demand and deserve global attention.
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Marian Chapel at Marywood University, Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Scranton, United States
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