About
Corson Barnard is a multimedia artist based in Chicago, Illinois. Their primary medium is music, but she also enjoys working with inks, watercolor paints, and words.
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Corson began writing music in middle school and continued developing their skills through musical theater, a cappella, and instrumental music. They hold a bachelor’s degree in Theater and Performance Studies from the University of Chicago. Her thesis, A Twinklin’ Rhyme: Musically Adapting the Children’s Quest Novel, focused on music as a function of storytelling and received both general and departmental honors. As part of the project, Corson wrote the songs for a musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle and produced a concert to present them.
Her recent work has been featured in plays, concerts, workshops, and revues throughout the Midwest, including performances at the Den Theatre, Victory Gardens Theater, and the Second City. They have spent time in several Chicagoland music groups. She is currently music directing a comedy special set to debut in early 2022.
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Corson works on commission for custom music and song. If you’re looking to collaborate with them, drop a line today.