The Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition
The 2026 Winner
John Corigliano's music has been commissioned, performed, and recorded by many of the most prominent orchestras, soloists, and chamber musicians in the world. His honors include the Pulitzer Prize, the Grawemeyer Award, an Academy Award for Best Original Score, and five Grammy Awards.
About the Award
The $150,000 Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition honors music composers of outstanding achievement. Established in 2003, the prize is awarded to composers "who have significantly influenced the field of composition."
Learn about past Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition winners.