Description: (Composer)
Lou Harrison was an American composer celebrated for his groundbreaking music that fused non-Western influences, particularly Javanese gamelan. He co-founded the American gamelan movement with William Colvig and was a pioneer in using just intonation and microtones in his compositions. Harrison was also known for being one of the first composers to incorporate Esperanto into his works and openly address themes of homosexuality. His legacy is defined by a distinctive mix of traditional and experimental musical styles.