I am a composer and conductor with a passion for storytelling through music. I work across contemporary and classical contexts, collaborating with operas, ensembles, and educational programs to craft original works and arrangements that resonate with diverse audiences. My training spans Juilliard, the Peabody Institute, and Saint Peter's University, and I have contributed to projects with the Metropolitan Opera, Boosey & Hawkes, and various orchestras and chamber ensembles. I’m excited to continue fostering cross-genre collaborations and mentoring emerging artists.

Karam

I am a composer and conductor with a passion for storytelling through music. I work across contemporary and classical contexts, collaborating with operas, ensembles, and educational programs to craft original works and arrangements that resonate with diverse audiences. My training spans Juilliard, the Peabody Institute, and Saint Peter's University, and I have contributed to projects with the Metropolitan Opera, Boosey & Hawkes, and various orchestras and chamber ensembles. I’m excited to continue fostering cross-genre collaborations and mentoring emerging artists.

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I am a composer and conductor with a passion for storytelling through music. I work across contemporary and classical contexts, collaborating with operas, ensembles, and educational programs to craft original works and arrangements that resonate with diverse audiences.

My training spans Juilliard, the Peabody Institute, and Saint Peter’s University, and I have contributed to projects with the Metropolitan Opera, Boosey & Hawkes, and various orchestras and chamber ensembles. I’m excited to continue fostering cross-genre collaborations and mentoring emerging artists.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Administrative and Marketing Assistant, Arranger at Mostly Modern Projects
September 30, 2023 - September 17, 2025
Performed librarian duties for Mostly Modern Pops, Sing for Hope's string quartet, and American Modern Ensemble; arranged popular music and folk songs for string quartet performances at Chelsea Market Place; coordinated with stage managers for NYC performances; coordinated posts for Sing for Hope, Mostly Modern Festival and other projects.
Conductor & Composer at Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Visited conductor and composer of original works performed in concert, including Refraction and Reprise during the King’s Birthday Celebration’s 'Hollywood in Bangkok' concert.
Composer at Film Fever
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Composer for a short film by Alyssa Mullings (2022).
Composer at I Love Ana (short film by Alyssa Mullings)
December 31, 2021 - September 17, 2025
Composer (2021).
Singer at Mostly Modern Pops
November 2, 2021 - September 2, 2023
Sang for Hope String Quartet and American Modern Ensemble; assisted in score copying and editing; contributed as performer and collaborator on modern repertoire.
Administrative and Marketing Assistant, Arranger at Mostly Modern Pops
November 2, 2021 - September 2, 2023
Supported marketing efforts, updated the website and social media, and contributed as an arranger for string quartet and related ensembles.
Dramaturgy Intern at The Metropolitan Opera
November 2, 2021 - September 2, 2023
Helped in workshop preparatory tasks such as creating story boards, mailing scores, managing contacts, and handling invoices for composers, librettists, and musicians involved in the Workshop Program.
Rental Services Associate at Boosey & Hawkes Music Publishing
November 1, 2021 - Present
Processed rental orders and paperwork for performing organizations and educational institutions; coordinated with Promotions team to establish a Marketing Strategy for Print on Demand; processed rental cost quotes, organized performance data; worked with ASCAP and BMI to oversee over 200 performances per month; prepared invoices and processed payments; handled incoming calls and emails related to rental inquiries.
Chorus Member at Cecilia Chorus of New York
January 1, 2018 - Present
Volunteer chorus member; performs biannually at Carnegie Hall; secretary, Development Committee; member since 2018.

Education

MM, Composition at Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
Evening Division at The Juilliard School
September 1, 2016 - September 17, 2025
Certificate in Core Musical Concepts at The Juilliard School
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Certificate in Composition at The Juilliard School
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
BFA, Fine Arts / Music (double major) at Saint Peter's University
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019
BFA, Fine Arts / Music (double major) at Saint Peter's University
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019
Certificate in Core Musical Concepts at The Juilliard School
January 1, 2018 - June 18, 2026
Certificate in Composition (in progress) at The Juilliard School
January 1, 2018 - June 18, 2026
Evening Division at The Juilliard School
September 1, 2016 - December 1, 2023
MM, Composition at Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University
September 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate in Core Musical Concepts
January 1, 2018 - September 17, 2025
Certificate in Composition
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Certificate in Core Musical Concepts
January 1, 2018 - June 18, 2026
Certificate in Composition (in progress)
January 1, 2018 - June 18, 2026
MM, Composition
September 1, 2023 - June 18, 2026
BFA, Fine Arts / Music (double major)
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other