Mason Bates

Mason Bates is a Grammy Award-winning American composer and electronic dance music DJ, known for his innovative fusion of classical and electronic genres. As the first composer-in-residence at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Bates has made significant contributions to the symphonic world, with notable works including "Mothership," "Anthology of Fantastic Zoology," and the critically acclaimed opera "The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs." His compositions often incorporate electronic elements and a variety of musical styles, making his music both accessible and groundbreaking. Bates has held residencies with prestigious orchestras such as the Chicago Symphony, the San Francisco Symphony, and the Pittsburgh Symphony, and he is renowned for his ability to seamlessly blend classical and contemporary sounds. Beyond his composing, Bates is also an active DJ and curator, continually pushing the boundaries of what classical music can be in the modern world.