Featured Works
A selection of Lauren's intermedia compositions spanning music, movement, visual art, and community. Each work represented here reflects a different facet of her creative practice. Browse to find scores, recordings, descriptions, and more.
COMMUNITY-ENGAGED PROJECTS
These works are created with and for communities, inviting public participation as part of the compositional process itself. Some projects are complete and documented here as a record of what was made together; others are ongoing or upcoming and open for involvement. Click on any project to learn more, find out how to get involved, or reach out to inquire about current opportunities, past work, or potential collaborations.
CATALOGUE OF WORKS
A complete catalog of Lauren's compositions. For commissioning inquiries, performance permissions, or to learn more about any of the works listed here, please reach out via the Contact page.
Dandelion
2024
Choreography for dance ensemble
Bloom
2023
For dance ensemble and drum set duet
Return to the Source
2022
Four solo or collaborative works (clarinets, keyboard, accordion, spoken/sung text and movement). Commissioned by Clara Byom
Madrona
2022
A multi-part performance piece comprised of dance, spoken word, and music
Unfold
2022
Choreography for dance ensemble
Ecdysis
2022
Choreography for dance ensemble
Las lágrimas del pueblo
2021
A map in image and sound inspired by Albuquerque's flood control/storm drainage system. Composed for Compass Roses Albuquerque
Private Life
2021
A movement score for one or more performers. Co-composed with Alice Blumenfeld
Good Light
2020
Poetry/spoken word
A Cup of Flowing Water
Four performative sculptures for flutist and percussionist
2019
Without a Number or a Name
A dance theater piece for two performers and fixed-media electronics composed in collaboration with Romy Keegan
2019
Faulty Trail 195
2019
Four poems for two performers (clarinet, performed text, and movement) Composed for Clara Byom and Joshua Lorris as part of the Tree Being project
Bird of Paradise
2019
For clarinet/bass clarinetist and dancer
Prescription
2019
A collaborative piece for percussion, accordion, banjo, voice, and dance. Co-composed with Sonia Bologa and Sabine Shannon
Transfigurations
2019
Score for fixed-media electronic composition and instrumental trio performance. Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Art Museum
Fiesta por bulerias
2018
For flute and mezzo-soprano. Commissioned by Abrepaso Flamenco as part of Vacío/Void
How Shall I Wish You Strength
For alto flute and mezzo-soprano. Text by Rachel Carson. Commissioned by Abrepaso Flamenco as part of Vacío/Void
2018
Conditions of Being
2018
For flutist and dancer. Commissioned by Abrepaso Flamenco as part of Vacío/Void
Cabezon
2017
For solo violin and amplified clay pots. Commissioned by Yakima Fernandez
Runaway
2016
Duet for french horn and guitar. Commissioned by Christopher Ramos
Tunnel Home
2015
Fixed-media electronics, singing bowl and dance
Sonic Pathways
2015
For two conductors and large instrumental ensemble. Composed for the UNM Health Sciences Center Orchestra
Lightforms
2015
For accordion, alto saxophone, viola, cello, and percussion. Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Art Museum
Bear Canyon Epitaphs
2014
A performance piece for 5 musicians, spoken word poetry, and projected images
La Madera
2014
For string quartet, oboe, and accordion
À laube
2014
Duet for two guitars
Monarchs
2013
For mezzo-soprano and piano. Text by Caryn Lazzuri
Nakshatras
2012
For piano, alto saxophone, and trombone
The Fire
2011
For SATB chorus. Text by Rumi
A glimpse into the life of the work
Programs, flyers, and ephemera from performances, collaborations, and community events over the years.
