Matthew Aucoin

composer-conductor-pianist, LA Opera

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This year’s MacArthur “Genius” grants are out. The five-year grants are for people who show “exceptional creativity” and potential in their work.

Meet LA’s 2018 MacArthur ‘Geniuses’

This year’s MacArthur “Genius” grants are out. The five-year grants are for people who show “exceptional creativity” and potential in their work.

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