Luke Carlson is a composer, educator, and conductor who teaches courses on music notation, music appreciation, aural skills, music theory, counterpoint, orchestration, and electronic music. In addition to teaching, he’s worked as a freelance music engraver for over 15 years. He holds a BM, magna cum laude, from the University of Oregon, a MM from Rice University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. His award winning compositions are performed internationally and have been described as “yielding fascinating timbres” (Washington Classical Review), “magical”, and “otherworldly” (Philadelphia Inquirer) and “personal and strong” (New York Times). He is an associate professor of music theory and composition at College of the Ozarks where he coordinates the theory and composition programs and directs the C of O orchestra. He also serves as the chair of composition for the Missouri Music Teacher’s Association.