Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Dec. 24, 1950
- Libby Larsen is one of America’s most performed living composers. As of 2022, Larsen has written over 500 works spanning every classical genre, from large-scale orchestral works and opera to art songs and chamber music.
- In 1973, Larsen co-founded the Minnesota Composer’s Forum, which became the American Composers Forum in 1996. ACF’s mission is “to support and advocate for individuals and groups creating music today by demonstrating the vitality and relevance of their art.”