BLAKE, Kathryn

Kathryn Blake is a composer, violist, and educator based in Frederick, Maryland. Her career began at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and her recent compositions often explore themes of health. Blake's works have been featured at various festivals and conferences, including the Fresh Inc. Festival and the New Music Gathering. Her percussion solo, "Just Ordinary," placed third in a composition contest and is now published.

Blake's compositions have been performed by ensembles such as the Bergamot String Quartet and the Achelois Collective, and she has received commissions from several performers and organizations. She also engages in interdisciplinary work, collaborating with visual artists and dancers on projects like animated films and dance pieces. As a violist, Blake performed with the UMBC Symphony and is active in chamber music. She also maintains a private studio, teaching violin and viola to young students.