Van Stiefel

Avondale, PA United States

Composer, Guitarist, Producer, and Author

Entertainment / Sports

Following his doctoral studies in music composition at Princeton University, Van Stiefel embarked on a creative path that blended chamber music with the electric guitar, along with other instruments and computer-generated sounds. His founding of the Sap Dream Quartet marked a significant phase in his career, emphasizing his dedication to evolving the electric guitar's role within new music genres. His recordings, released under New Focus Recordings and contributions to the Mode and Innova labels, reflect his diverse compositional style. His internationally acclaimed scores, published by Da Vinci Publishing, exemplify his impact on global music culture.