Olivia Block is a composer and performer based in Chicago. She is the recipient of the Foundation for Contemporary Arts 2026 Alvin Lucier Award for Music. For 30 years she has been a pioneering force in the world of experimental music. Her discography is published on Another Timbre, Black Truffle, Erstwhile, Glistening Examples, ina GRM, NNA Tapes, Room40, Sedimental, and Touch, among other labels.
She performs live experimental music in festivals and concerts around the world including Rewire, Ina GRM, Sonic Light, and Moog fest. In concert she performs with piano, voice, organ, synths and amplified objects. In addition to her recorded and performed music, Block creates sound/media installations and composes for large and small ensembles.
