Gordon Mumma is a distinguished American composer and musician, renowned for his pioneering work in the domain of electronic and experimental music. Born on March 30, 1935, in Framingham, Massachusetts, Mumma co-founded the influential ONCE Festival in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which became a pivotal platform for avant-garde performance in the 1960s. His career is marked by eclecticism and innovation, with a significant oeuvre that spans traditional compositions for instruments, electroacoustic works, and live electronic music performances.

Mumma's contributions to the field are not just limited to composition; he is also notable for his custom-built electronic circuitry and instruments, designed to create unique sound experiences. This inventiveness is reflected in projects like his work with the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, where his music served as an integral part of the company's boundary-pushing choreography. With a discography that includes "Music for Merce, Vol. 2," "Gordon Mumma: Music for Solo Piano (1960-2001)," and "Gordon Mumma: Electronic Music of Theater and Public Activity," Mumma's influence echoes through contemporary sound art and experimental music circles. His ability to merge technological exploration with compositional skill makes Gordon Mumma a seminal figure in the world of modern music.

Genres

Acousmatic

Bandoneon

Tzadik

Latest Release

Music for Merce, Vol. 2

Gordon Mumma•

John Cage

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released December 1, 2010