Bill Ryan is a tireless advocate of contemporary music. Active as a composer, conductor, concert producer, and educator, he has been involved in the performances of hundreds of recent works. In recognition of his efforts, Bill has received grants and awards from ASCAP, Chamber Music America, Meet The Composer, the Tampa Bay Composers Forum, and the International Electroacoustic Music Competition of Sao Paulo, Brazil. In April 2004 a CD of his music, performed by his ensemble Billband, was released by Innova Recordings.

Bill resides on Long Island with his wife, three children, and Saint Bernard.


 

  William Ryan