CalArts Faculty Member Anne LeBaron is the Grandmaster of Hyperopera

July 7, 2012
Los Angeles Times

The composer's profile is rising: Her 'Crescent City' sold out at Atwater Crossing, and L.A. Phil is playing one of her compositions at the Hollywood Bowl.

Years before she became one of America's most intriguing postmodern composers, Anne LeBaron was a precocious chess player. At age 12, she won the University of Alabama's club tournament, whupping guys who made the error of not taking her seriously.  Read story