David P. Rossow

b. 1975

David P. Rossow is a composer, educator, pianist, and music minister. His compositions span several genres including art song, choral, jazz, and liturgical. Primarily composing for the voice, he strives to create the perfect marriage of text and music. It is that intent which allows his music to speak to the listener on a deep, emotional level. His compositional sound is perhaps most influenced by his background as a jazz pianist; the use of distinctive modal melodies in combination with rich textures and extended harmonies all intertwine to create a unique musical soundscape. His choral works are published by Santa Barbara Music Publishing and E. C. Schirmer Music Company.