Biography
Marie A. Douglas, a composer hailing from Atlanta, has garnered widespread acclaim for her exceptional talent in seamlessly blending genres and textures within her captivating concert stage pieces. Her music serves as a profound reflection of her inner-city upbringing and her diverse musical experiences, infusing a genuine and authentic essence into each composition. Douglas draws significant inspiration from the African Diaspora, effectively integrating elements of hip-hop and western art music idioms to create compositions that resonate with a wide range of audiences. With her works captivating concert-goers across the United States and Canada, Marie’s artistry extends beyond the stage as she collaborates with various ensembles and lends her creative prowess to the world of film music, as well as hip hop and r&b.
Academic Qualifications
- Doctorate of Musical Arts - University of Memphis
- Master of Music - Music Technology - Southern Utah University
- Bachelor of Science - Music, Florida A&M University
Commissions & Awards
- Grammy Nominated Arranger - Full Circle (2022) - Sean Ardoin
- The University of Georgia Wind Ensemble, Dr. Nicholas Williams
- The University of Alabama Birmingham, Dr. Sean Murray
- The University of Alabama Birmingham, Dr. Cara Morantz
- The University of North Florida, Dr. Erin Bodnar
- Otterbein University, Dr. Michael Yonchak
- California All State - CASMEC
- Oakland Unified School District
- Albany Symphony Dogs of Desire
- Maryland Music Educators Association
- Florida A&M University, Dr. Shelby R. Chipman
- University of Georgia Wind Symphony, Dr. Jack Eaddy
- United States Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus
- Live Nation, Femme it Forward Live Experience Tour
- Florida Music Educators Association - 9th - 10th Grade All State Band

