ABOUT

Unique and thoughtfully crafted, Kevin Poelking’s  work is quickly emerging in the world of modern music. Always mindful of contributing purposefully to the repertoire, Poelking considers the experience of audience members, musicians, and conductors from the outset of his creative process.

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Poelking's music has been awarded in both national and international competitions and is performed in concert halls throughout the world. He maintains an active role as a guest conductor with both academic and professional ensembles throughout the United States and internationally.

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Recent Awards

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• 2024 Winner, The American Prize for Composition

• 2024 ​Winner, WASBE International Composition Competition

• 2024 Top 50 (900+ submissions), European Scoring Orchestra and Film Academy of Europe's Call for Scores

• 2022 Finalist, NBA Revelli Award

• 2022 3rd prize and 4-time National Finalist, The American Prize

• Winner, 2020 Minot Symphony Orchestra Young Composer Competition

• Winner, 2019 Dallas Winds Fanfare Competition​​​​​​​