Chris Becker in performance, November 2010, Houston, TX Photo by Jonathan Jindra contact beckeresque music The music of composer Chris Becker is equally inspired by rock and roll language, avant-garde jazz, dub compositional strategies, and musique concrète. His body of work includes compositions for dance, film, chamber ensembles, and mixed-media installations. Becker has received grants and awards from The Louisiana Division of the Arts, Meet The Composer, the American Music Center and The American Society of Composers and Publishers. His music has been featured on WNYC's New Sounds hosted by John Schaffer and Overnight Music hosted by Helga Davis. (continued) Online journal detailing current compositional projects... New Orleans (links related to and for musicians affected by hurricane Katrina)