Dr. Alex Mincek

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alex Mincek is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music. A composer, performer, and co-director of the New York-based Wet Ink Ensemble, Mincek's work has received numerous accolades including a Guggenheim Fellowship and the Alpert Award. His music has been recognized through commissions and awards from prestigious arts institutions such as the French Ministry of Culture, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and the National Endowment for the Arts. His pieces have been programmed in renowned venues and international festivals including Carnegie Hall, Miller Theatre, and Wigmore Hall, showcasing his innovative use of sound and composition. Mincek frequently collaborates with prominent ensembles such as the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and the American Composers Orchestra. His compositional approach focuses on creating musical contexts where diverse sound worlds can coexist, often exploring unique harmonies and psychoacoustic perceptions. He holds a DMA from Columbia University and an MA from the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied with esteemed composers.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Associate Professor in the Bienen School of Music, specializing in composition and music technology.

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.