Joan La Barbara

Joan La Barbara (born June 8, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA) is a vocalist and composer associated with contemporary music. She is a former student of Helen Boatwright. She has worked with composers John Cage, her husband since 1979 Morton Subotnick, Philip Glass, Merce Cunningham, Larry Austin, and many others. She has also worked with Kenneth Goldsmith.

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June 8 - 1947 - Composer - Contemporary music - Helen Boatwright - John Cage - Morton Subotnick - Philip Glass - Merce Cunningham - Larry Austin - Kenneth Goldsmith

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While she is known primarily for her vocal abilities and extended techniques, she is also an accomplished and respected composer. Her albums include:

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• Voice Is the Original Instrument: Early Works (1976/2003). Wizard 2266/Lovely Music 3003.
• Sound Paintings
 
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