Wes the composer:
My composition journey started at Northwestern in a class called Creating the Musical led by David H. Bell.
While in college, I composed and wrote lyrics collaborative for over a dozen Waa-Mu songs.
Samples:
The Secret of Camp Elliott:
(music, arrangements, & orchestrations)
As a senior, I co-wrote 7 songs featured in the 92nd Annual Waa-Mu Show: Romance En Route, while serving as Co-Music Director.
Our cast album will release by the end of this calendar year!
Last Stop On Market Street
I was the Associate Music Director for a new musical adaptation of the children's book Last Stop on Market Street. (November 2021)
We composed music for 5 songs, underscored the whole show, & then orchestrated for a 5 piece pit. I played Keyboard 2 & Guitar.
Music Director: Libby Hatton ||| Music Assistant: Joe Hoppenworth
90 Miles
This year (under the mentorship of Ryan Scott Oliver), I began writing & presenting new songs for my Creating the Musical capstone project.
I'm still writing and developing what will be a contemporary MT / latinX inspired musical that explores my family's Cuban immigration story.
My composition journey started at Northwestern in a class called Creating the Musical led by David H. Bell.
While in college, I composed and wrote lyrics collaborative for over a dozen Waa-Mu songs.
A Peculiar Inheritance:
My Fair Share
(music, lyrics, & orchestrations)
A Peculiar Inheritance:
My Time To Shine
(music & lyrics)
Early rehearsal photos.
Mumford's roar!
Early rehearsal photos.
Early rehearsal photos.
Speaking to donors and alumni at a university event.
Speaking to donors and alumni at a university event.