GOODWIN, Isabel

Isabel Burgos Goodwin is a nonbinary composer, bassoonist, and artist originally from Dallas, Texas. They began composing at the age of 10 and have had their works performed by ensembles including the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Worcester Chamber Music Society String Quartet, and Nois Saxophone Quartet. Their music draws inspiration from film scores, classical music, musical theater, and their Puerto Rican heritage. Their honors include the 2020 Allan McMurray Wind Composition Award, and in 2022 they were commissioned by the University of Wisconsin Madison to compose a work for flute quartet.