Andrew Norman is a Grammy-nominated composer and Professor at the USC Thornton School of Music, renowned for his genre-defying orchestral works that blend cinematic storytelling with architectural metaphors. His compositions have been performed by leading ensembles including the LA Philharmonic and Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Academic Affiliation: Faculty member at USC since 2013 Major Works: Play (Grawemeyer Award winner), The Companion Guide to Rome (Pulitzer finalist), Switch, Split, Suspend Norman's research explores: Non-linear narrative techniques in music Extended instrumental techniques and physical gesture Temporal manipulation and hierarchical control systems Architectural and video game-inspired formal structures Interactive audience perception dynamics Human agency in orchestral performance His works feature in prominent festivals like Ojai and Tanglewood, with recent premieres at Carnegie Hall, Disney Hall, and international venues. Key collaborators include Gustavo Dudamel, Jeffrey Kahane, and Colin Currie. Major recognitions include: Musical America Composer of the Year (2017) Grawemeyer Award for Play (2017) Guggenheim Fellowship (2016) Rome Prize (2006) and Berlin Prize (2009) Three-time ASCAP award winner Pulitzer Prize finalist for The Companion Guide to Rome (2012) Norman actively champions music education through: LA Phil’s Composer Fellowship Program Educational residencies nationwide Compositions for youth ensembles Collaboration with music education initiatives








