The Richard and Barbara Debs Composer’s Chair

Since 1995, the Richard and Barbara Debs Composer’s Chair has appointed exceptional artists to create some of the season’s most exciting series of events. Each chair is a captivating creator with a strong musical point of view, and each residency introduces audiences to a wide range of music that reflects the chair’s unique artistry, inspirations, and influences.

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2026–2027 Season

Caroline Shaw

Explore the captivating soundscapes of Pulitzer Prize and multi-Grammy Award–winning composer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist Caroline Shaw, one of today’s most distinctive voices across classical, indie, pop, and film music.

2025–2026 Season

Arvo Pärt

Artists and audiences from around the world join us in celebrating Arvo Pärt in his 90th year. As a composer, Pärt has changed the course of music—both within and beyond the classical sphere. Profound, powerful, and beloved worldwide, his work transcends time and space, taking us beyond everyday existence into another realm.

Past Artists