Composer, Carlos Lalonde
Rising Filipino-American composer with a distinctive, powerful sound.
Education
Master of Music in Composition
Michigan State University
In Progress
2026 (Expected) / East Lansing, MI
Graduate Research/Teaching Assistant
Bachelor of Music in Composition
Bradley University
2024 / Peoria, IL
Studied with Dr. Lynnsey Lambrecht
Summa Cum Laude
Newest Music
2024 / Symphony Orchestra
Skyrise
Skyrise (2024) is a musical exploration of the dynamic essence of the modern city, capturing its bustling energy and grandeur in vivid sonic portrayals. Through evocative orchestration and thematic exploration, it invites listeners to reflect on the multifaceted character of urban life, celebrating its chaos and unyielding vitality.
2023 / Cello, piano, & Percussion
Inferno
Inferno (2023) is a powerful, visceral work that embodies the rawest emotions of the human condition. Composed in a ternary form (ABA), the gripping syncopation and forward drive of the piece allows for a constant sense of heightened energy from beginning to end.
About The Composer
Full Biography
Carlos Lalonde (b. 2001) is a rising Filipino-American composer, whose works span both instrumental and choral concert music. Lalonde has garnered international acclaim for his compositions, which are celebrated for their vibrancy and emotional depth. He has been commissioned by numerous performing groups and institutions, attracted by his electrifying and powerful music.Lalonde's contributions to music have been acknowledged with several prestigious awards and recognitions. He has twice served as a guest lecturer at the Illinois Music Educators Conference, demonstrating his commitment to supporting young musicians and composers. His scholarly excellence was recognized with the Dean's Award at Bradley University, where he conducted notable research on pedagogical string orchestra writing.As a published composer with Carl Fischer Music, Lalonde's educational concert music is performed widely across the United States. His works for band and string orchestra are particularly popular, reflecting his versatile and accessible compositional style. Notably, his compositions have been selected as Editor's Choice in J.W. Pepper's catalog, a prestigious acknowledgment that highlights exceptional music recommended for performance. His music has been performed both nationally and internationally, earning endorsements from reputable organizations including UNESCO. This recognition further establishes his prominence in the field of instrumental and choral concert music.Lalonde's digital presence is notable, with thousands of followers on his YouTube channel where he shares insights into the composing process, video essays, tutorials, and sharing performances of his works. This platform not only showcases his compositions but also serves as an educational resource for aspiring composers.Some accolades include winning Cantus’ Young & Emerging Composer Competition, the Greater Twin Cities Youth Orchestras (GTCYS) Call for Scores Competition, and serving as the Composer-In-Residence of the Alabama Orchestra Association (AOA). His recognition extends beyond compositions, as he is a registered member of both ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) and the American Composers Forum.Looking forward, Lalonde is set to further his academic and compositional pursuits as a research and teaching assistant while pursuing a master’s degree in Music Composition at the College of Music at Michigan State University. He received his Bachelors of Music in Composition at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois studying under Dr. Lynnsey Lambrecht.
Professional Affiliations
Carl fischer music - published composer | 2022-present
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia | 2021-Present
ASCAP Writer & publisher | 2020-present
American Composers Forum Member | 2019-PRESENT
ilmea member | 2023-present
Compositions
View a curated list of self-published compositions that are available for perusal use.
| Title | Instrumentation | Year Published | Duration | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alleluia | SATB Choir (unaccompanied) | 2024 | 3' | View |
| Skyrise | Orchestra (2+picc. 2+eng. hn. 2 2 - 4 2 2+bass tbn. 1 – timp+3 – str) | 2024 | 7' | View |
| Blue Valley Spirit | String Orchestra | 2024 | 3' | Available from Publisher |
| Inferno | Cello, piano, & Percussion | 2023 | 3' | View |
| You Are home | SSAATTBB CHOIR & piano | 2022, rev. 2023 | 5' | View |
| Rise of the phoenix | string orchestra | 2022 | 3' 25'' | Available from publisher |
| In Perpetuo | Pierrot Ensemble | 2022/rev. 2023 | 6' | View |
| Four Love Songs | Voice & Piano | 2022 | 12' 30'' | View |
| Fantasie | Wind Ensemble & solo piano | 2022 | 12' | View |
| Three Dreams | Solo piano | 2022 | 7' 30'' | View |
| Fanfare | Brass quintet | 2021 | 5' 30'' | View |
| Lullaby on Venus | B-flat clarinet, bass clarinet, & piano | 2021 | 3' 15'' | View |
| Serenade | String Orchestra | 2021 | 7' 20" | View |
| Goodnight, Sky | Saxophone Quartet | 2021 | 7' 40'' | View |
| For Morning Comes | TTBB Choir | 2020 | 3'15" | View |
| Autumn | String quartet | 2020 | 8' | View |
| Seafarer's Fanfare | orchestra (2 2 2 2 - 2 2 2 1 – timp+2 – str) | 2020 | 3' 30" | View |
| Surrender | Woodwind Quintet | 2020 | 10' | View |
| Whispers of Winter | Flute and Violin | 2020 | 3' 30" | View |
If you'd like to purchase any of these pieces, please order on my music catalog, or message me below.
Events
Carlos Lalonde Senior Composition Recital, B.M. Composition
Dingeldine Music Center, Peoria, IL | Bradley University
March 29th, 2024 @7:30pm
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