Jon Deak First Music Grand Prize Winner
Jackson is commissioned by the New York Youth Symphony to write a new chamber piece for their grammy-winning ensemble with three premieres, one at Carnegie Hall (for his Carnegie Hall Debut), another in collaboration with the dance studio Emerge125, and a final premiere at Interlochen Center for the arts in 2026.
Mae-Deup (매ë“) - A Multi-Sensory Exhibition
Galerie Shibumi is proud to present “Mae-Deup (매ë“),” a multi-sensory exhibition by acclaimed painter and filmmaker Ari Kim, and award-winning composer Jackson A. Waters. The exhibition is open from January 16 to February 23rd at Galerie Shibumi located at 13 Market Street, New York, NY.
"In-Yeon" EP Release
Listen to the original music from the Mae-Deup Exhibition on Jackson A. Waters' debut EP titled "In-Yeon." Each song written for a specific painting from the exhibition.
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Live Room Music LLC
Live Room is a recorded and filmed performance series that provides an inclusive space for the audience to sit within the music, immersed in a home-like setting. By breaking away from centuries-old formalities, Live Room showcases artists from different genres collaborating with classical ensembles in intimate venues.
Shiboleth Premiere
Jackson A. Waters' String Trio, Shibboleth receives its world premiere with Salastina.
Defending Greenwood - Orchestra Premiere
Galerie Shibumi is proud to present “Mae-Deup (매ë“),” a multi-sensory exhibition by acclaimed painter and filmmaker Ari Kim, and award-winning composer Jackson A. Waters. The exhibition is open from January 16 to February 23rd at Galerie Shibumi located at 13 Market Street, New York, NY.