Backed by a full orchestra, composers and songwriters took to the stage to perform their scores and songs live, and discussed the evolution of their works.
—
The Deadline Team,
Deadline,
10 Nov. 2026
As has been typical in recent years, the recipients were divided evenly between visual artists and composers.
The joy of listening to the Cecil Taylor Unit is hearing how any group of musicians could find their bearings within this maelstrom of sound.
—
Levi Dayan,
Pitchfork,
3 Nov. 2026
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