Patrick Higgins (musician)

Patrick Higgins
OriginNew York, New York
Genresexperimental, classical, noise, improvisation
Occupation(s)composer, guitarist, producer
Years active2004–present
LabelsOther People, Northern Spy, NNA Tapes, Telegraph Harp, Unfun Records
WebsiteOfficial Site

Patrick Higgins is an American avant-garde composer, guitarist, and producer from New York City, known for his work in experimental and contemporary classical music. Higgins plays guitar and composes in Zs, described by The New York Times as "one of the strongest avant-garde bands in New York."[1] Heralded as a "formidable concert music composer"[2] and "one of the most gifted guitarists working today",[3] Higgins has received attention for bridging traditions including baroque chamber music, contemporary noise, and 20th century minimalism.[4]

  1. ^ "The Listings". The New York Times. 2006-11-24. Retrieved 2009-06-18.
  2. ^ "Avant Rock Trio Brings Its Latest Incarnation to Jamaica Plains". The Boston Globe.
  3. ^ "FESTIVAL REPORT: Skaņu Mežs". The Quietus.
  4. ^ Williger, Jonathan (19 October 2020). "Patrick Higgins: TOCSIN". Pitchfork. Retrieved 21 December 2020.