1945–1981
Biography · Music
Derrick Skye
1982–
United States
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Derrick Skye (born Derrick Spiva Jr; 19 November 1982) is an American composer, conductor, musician, and educator based in the Los Angeles area who often integrates musical practices from cultures around the world in his works. The Los Angeles Times described Skye's music as "something to savor" and "enormous fun to listen to." The Times (London) described Skye's music as “deliciously head-spinning.” The 2023 album House of Belonging by Conspirare and Miró Quartet featured Skye's work "Black Ocean" and was nominated for a 2024 Grammy Award for Best Choral Performance.
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