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Nicholas Olsen is a Welsh composer whose music responds to the world around us, a practice rooted in socio-political inquiry that he explored during his doctoral research at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. His work ranges from solo miniatures to orchestral pieces and his music has been performed around the world by leading ensembles and musicians including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, the RSNO, Ensemble Modern, and Seoul National University Ensemble.
In addition to being a busy composer, Nicholas is also a dedicated teacher, music copyist, and arts administrator.
Nicholas is published by Composers Edition.
Who Wakes You Up
Performed by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales
News
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Radyr Chain: Radyr, Morganstown, and Music: Cornets, Choirs, and Childhood
It was fun to take a trip down memory lane for the latest Radyr Chain! I wrote a short piece about my musical memories growing up in Radyr and Morganstown: from playing…
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Joining Composers Edition
I’m really pleased to share that I’ve joined Composers Edition! It is a genuine privilege to be associated with such a diverse and inspiring mix of musical voices at CE. Today, we’re…
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Bangor Music Festival – Stone Vows
Stone Vows premiered last weekend at the Bangor Music Festival, performed by Ensemble CGWM in the Pontio Studio. Fabulous performance, an amazing festival and a great audience, massive thanks to all involved….