Evan Erickson

Evan Erickson is a clarinetist, composer, and engraver currently studying under Robyn Jones (clarinet) and Kamran Ince (composition) at the University of Memphis. He has been a finalist as a composer for the 2023 ASCAP Morton Gould Award, selected to present at national conferences like the College Music Society and North American Saxophone Alliance conferences as a performer, and was awarded the prestigious “Chamber Players Scholarship” at the University of Memphis.

Coming from an under-privileged background with a deep connection to music, Evan started a non-profit “Call for Scores” opportunity to give under-resourced composers not receiving performances of their music a chance to hear their works played live. Receiving sponsorships from brands like Dorico, Finale, and Noteperformer, this opportunity has helped premiere the works of 14 composers who have heard 5 or less of their pieces performed during their lifetime. Evan is passionate about breaking the mold in the composition landscape, which is largely built to only support “the best” composers who have been able to foster their unique musical voice.