Stephen Rowe (musician)

Stephen Rowe is an American percussionist, composer, and educator specializing in contemporary and experimental music. He is known for his work with found objects, unconventional instruments, and electronic processing, often creating soundscapes and immersive sonic experiences.

Rowe's work encompasses performance, composition, improvisation, and installation art. He frequently collaborates with other artists across disciplines, including dancers, visual artists, and filmmakers. He has performed and presented his work internationally at festivals and venues such as the Bang on a Can Summer Institute, the Darmstadt Summer Courses for New Music, and Issue Project Room.

He is also active as an educator, teaching percussion and composition at universities and conservatories. His teaching philosophy emphasizes exploration, experimentation, and developing a personal voice through sound. Rowe encourages students to consider the possibilities of sound beyond traditional instruments and techniques.

His discography includes solo recordings as well as collaborations with other musicians. His work explores themes of texture, resonance, and the relationship between sound and space. Reviews of his performances and recordings often highlight his innovative approach to percussion and his ability to create evocative and compelling sound worlds.