Piyawat Louilarpprasert

Piyawat Louilarpprasert is an Assistant Professor of Composition at Bowling Green State University's College of Musical Arts. Previously, he served as faculty at Cornell University and Ithaca College. His work merges composition with visual art, technology, and Thai traditional elements, emphasizing instrument deconstruction and multimedia integration.

Education:

• Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Composition, Cornell University
• Master of Music, Royal College of Music (London)
• Bachelor of Music, College of Music, Mahidol University (Bangkok)

His research explores interdisciplinary collaborations, experimental soundscapes, and cultural fusion. Over 20 countries have performed his works, including Lucerne Festival, Darmstadt New Music Festival, and MUSIIKIN AIKA in Finland. Notable commissions include the Donaueschinger Musiktage's 100th-anniversary piece Ohm-Na-Mo (2021) and CNN-featured Smelly Tubes (2019).

Awards & Residencies:

• Resident at KulturKontakt Austria (2017)
• Fromm Foundation Commission (Harvard)
• Lucerne Festival Commission (2021)
• Over 25 international prizes, including the ASCAP Morton Gould Award.

Collaborations:

• Ensembles: Alarm Will Sound, Berlin Philharmonic Horn Section, Arditti Quartet
• Orchestras: American Composer Orchestra, Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra

His music emphasizes cultural hybridity and technological innovation, reflecting a global artistic vision.