American Modern Ensemble

American Modern Ensemble
OriginNew York, New York, United States
GenresContemporary classical
OccupationChamber ensemble
Years active2005 -present
LabelsAmerican Modern Recordings, Bridge Records
Websitehttp://www.americanmodernensemble.org

The American Modern Ensemble is a contemporary classical music ensemble based in the United States in New York City with the goal of premiering, performing and recording and commissioning the widest possible repertoire written by American composers. The group's focus is to celebrate and showcase American music and especially works written by living composers.[1] AME is also dedicated to education and outreach programs that expose communities to American music, and particularly to new music written by living composers. AME was founded in 2005 by American composer Robert Paterson,[2] who serves as the ensemble's Artistic Director, and his wife, Victoria Paterson, a violinist, who also serves as the ensemble's Executive Director.[3][4][5]

  1. ^ "Halloween Thrills and Chills from the American Modern Ensemble". New York Music Daily. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
  2. ^ Robert Paterson's website
  3. ^ Smith, Steve (March 26, 2013). "Composers Explain Whys and Wherefores". The New York Times. The New York Times. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
  4. ^ Smith, Steve (November 5, 2009). "Creative Confections for Woodwinds and Strings". The New York Times. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
  5. ^ Sandow, Greg. "From Victoria Paterson: Filling the house for new music". Arts Journal. Arts Journal.