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"A substantial work . . . very evocative and exciting . . .
​[a] gifted young composer.
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'Classics in Bloom,' naturally
April 4, 2019  |  Waukesha Freeman

"Beranek used traditional harmonies in interesting ways to create some striking textures."
From Renaissance to Contemporary: the Gesualdo Six at Cadogan Hall
March 9, 2019  |  Planet Hugill

"It was my faith, my heritage, this strong pull to write something all just led right to [this] text,' Beranek said."
Oconomowoc area composer wins worldwide musical composition contest
February 25, 2019  |  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

"Some artists take years to finish their particular masterpiece. Oconomowoc native Jacob Beranek took just a month."
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A prayer answered
February 21, 2019  |  Waukesha Freeman

"Dignitaries, including the U.S. ambassador to Czechia and the great-great-grandson of famous Czech composer Antonín Dvořák, were in attendance. Beranek was the only American represented on the program."
​International dream comes true for Blair composition major
February 7, 2019  |  Vanderbilt News

“. . . idiomatic word setting, excellent command of vocal line, harmonic colour, and suitability for the Gesualdo Six’s voices and programming style.” --Cheryl Frances-Hoad
​Composition Competition 2019
January 25, 2019  |  The Gesualdo Six

"Beranek . . . is properly taking advantage of his roots – a close relationship to Czech music is proclaimed and projected into what he composes. . . . He plays quite capably with motifs of [Czech] national songs and also with the rhythm of the furiant, but still has the sound-world of typical American music, therein showing affiliation with his heritage. Beranek layers musical structures skillfully and effectively."
​Prolog Dnu Bohuslava Martinu s policejním orchestrem (in Czech)
​Click here for English translation
​November 19, 2018  |  KlasikaPlus

". . . a local premiere by a local composer would appear to be the concert’s special treat. . . . Oboist Butler reflects that 'While Jacob states that he was exploring melody while writing Partita, I am particularly attracted to its rich harmonic elements and rhythmic complexity."
​11 Musicians, 4 Great Works
November 1, 2018  |  Urban Milwaukee

"I can’t wait to hear it. It is particularly exciting to be able to be among those hearing a piece the very first time it is played."  ​​
American composers featured in Midsummer's Music concerts

August 27, 2018  |  Green Bay Press Gazette

"Another world premiere was also on the docket for Margaret Butler, the MSO’s English hornist. [ . . . ] Jacob Beranek . . . wrote Partita Melodica for her. It fits with the ethos of the festival, which offers offbeat and new repertoire in living rooms, art galleries, churches, and other venues."
​What We Did on Our Summer "Vacation": 2018 Edition
August 22, 2018  |  Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

"'[Beranek's] ability to communicate musically is an extraordinary gift.'"
​From Waukesha to Prague: Jacob Beranek's Music Soars
July 5, 2018  |  Footlights.com

"Beranek doesn't look in the mirror and see a prodigy. In fact, he tries to steer clear of the label . . . , [which Beranek thinks] undersells the painstaking work that went into [his] achievements. That said, the 18-year-old composer-in-residence at Door County's Midsummer's Music Festival is fully aware that his guiding of world-class professionals two or three times his age is a startling reversal of roles.
Something young, something new from composer Beranek
July 17, 2017  |  Green Bay Press Gazette
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. . . an emerging composer on the national scene . . . people need to hear his work. . . . a real joy . . .
—Margaret Butler
Principal English Horn,
​Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
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One of the most promising student composers I've ever had the pleasure to teach. 
—Dr. Michael Alec Rose
Vanderbilt University
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 Jacob is one to watch on the classical music scene for many years to come, and it’s a delight to see his music evolve.
—Dr. James Berkenstock
Artistic Director, Midsummer's Music
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  • Home
  • About
    • Long Bio
    • Short Bio
    • Artist Statement
    • In the News
    • Headshots
  • Works
    • Large Ensemble
    • Solo & Chamber
    • Vocal
  • Listen
  • Events
  • Connect