Karl Larson

Pianist Karl Larson is a vigorous advocate for contemporary music, not only premiering new works but performing adventurous programs in both traditional venues and those devoted to new music. Larson is the co-founder of the contemporary music-oriented trio Bearthoven. Larson was born in Wisconsin. He attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, graduating in 2009. Larson went on to Bowling Green State University, where he earned master's and doctoral degrees, studied with Laura Melton, and soaked up the vigorous contemporary music programs centered on the school, often playing i...