Hope A. Starr

https://soundcloud.com/hopeastarr Hope A. Starr is a Texan composer and pianist whose music is rhythmic and energized, bringing joy to those who listen to it. Starr most enjoys writing for strings and piano but she has also written for other instruments and ensembles such as big band and clarinet. Many of her professionally recorded works can be found on SoundCloud. Starr is currently obtaining her Bachelor of Music Composition at Stephen F. Austin State University where she currently studies composition with Robert J. Coe, having previously studied with Dr. Chad Robinson privately for two years. Carol Holst and Dr. Stephen Termini were Starr's instructors in classical and jazz piano. Starr has performed many times with the Alvin Community College jazz band and currently works with Dr. Robinson's non-profit organization Texas New Music Ensemble selling tickets and managing the stage during performances.