Portland-based composer and soprano Carolyn Quick (she/her) is “a composer of great renown” (Dr. Justin Smith) and “one of the most important voices in our community” (Makrokosmos Project). She writes music that is “deeply meaningful,” making a “huge impact on both singers and audiences” (Smith) as she explores interwoven lines, conversational counterpoint, and unique textures. In her work, she strives to set texts that are raw and vulnerable, often gravitating toward lesser-known poetic voices. Recent commissions include Cincinnati Song Initiative, Fear No Music, Eugene Opera, and Portland Phoenix Chamber Choir - who performed her work Catch at Hope at the 2024 NW ACDA Conference.

As both composer and vocalist, Carolyn advocates for historically excluded composers and co-founded new music collective Persisting Sound and music distribution collective Raindrop New Music to uplift those voices.

When she isn’t singing, Carolyn enjoys hiking, spotting cute dogs, and spending time with family and friends.

Learn more about Carolyn on her website here