John Drumheller

John Drumheller is a Teaching Professor of Composition and Music Technology at the University of Colorado Boulder College of Music. He earned his DMA in composition from the University of Colorado in 1993, with prior studies at Montana State University (BME) and Stanford/UC Berkeley in digital synthesis and signal processing.

• Education
  • DMA in Composition, University of Colorado Boulder (1993)
  • MM in Composition, University of Colorado Boulder (1986)
  • BME, Montana State University (1981)

Drumheller's research focuses on real-time signal processing of acoustic instruments, laptop performance interfaces, and music technology pedagogy. He uses SuperCollider for algorithmic composition and has explored topics like computer music instrument design and sound analysis.

His compositions have been performed internationally at venues including the Corcoran Gallery and Norwalk Symphony Orchestra. He co-founded the Boulder Laptop Orchestra and teaches courses in electronic music ensemble, composition, and advanced music technology.

Scientific Awards:

• Kayden Colorado Arts Award
• Quinto Maganini Award (1994)
• Honorable mention at ALEA III International Composition Competition