Alexina Louie
- Origin
- Vancouver
- Born
- 1949
- Genres
- opéra
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Biography
Alexina Diane Louie, born on July 30, 1949, in Vancouver, is a Canadian composer of contemporary classical music. She has composed for various instrumental and vocal combinations across different genres. Her works have been performed internationally and have earned her several awards, including the Order of Canada and two Juno Awards. Louie is also an officer of the Order of Canada and a member of the Royal Society of Canada.
Highlights
- Officer of the Order of Canada
- Member of the Royal Society of Canada
- Juno Award for Classical Composition of the Year (1989)
- Governor General's Award for the Performing Arts (2020)
- Molson Prize (2019)
- Notable albums: 'Canadian Music for Piano' (1993), 'For the End of Time' (2012)
Discography
- Canadian Music for Piano1993
- For the End of Time2012
Awards
- 🏆officier de l'Ordre du Canada
- 🏆Ordre de l'Ontario
- 🏆membre de la Société royale du Canada
- 🏆prix Juno de la composition classique de l'année (1989)
- 🏆prix du Gouverneur général pour les arts du spectacle (2020)
- 🏆prix Molson (2019)
FAQ
How old is the artist / when was he/she born?
Alexina Louie was born in 1949.
Where is the artist from?
Alexina Louie is from Vancouver, Canada.
What genre of music does he/she make?
Alexina Louie primarily composes opera.
What are his/her biggest hits / albums / songs?
Notable albums include 'Canadian Music for Piano' (1993) and 'For the End of Time' (2012).
Has he/she won any awards?
Yes, Alexina Louie has won several awards, including the Juno Award for Classical Composition of the Year in 1989 and the Governor General's Award for the Performing Arts in 2020.
