Carl Vine

Carl Edward Vine AO, born 8 October 1954 in Perth, is an Australian composer known for his contemporary classical music. He's worked as a freelance pianist and composer since 1975, collaborating with theater, dance companies, and ensembles. His works include eight symphonies, twelve concertos, and various music for film, television, and theater, as well as electronic and chamber music. Vine served as Artistic Director of Musica Viva Australia from 2000 to 2019, and lectured at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2014 for his distinguished service to the performing arts.