Bio
Lara is a pianist, ukulele player, songwriter and composer. She received her Masters in music composition from Northwestern University in 1998 and has written music for theater, chamber opera, podcasts, games, documentaries and feature films.
Confident composing in a wide variety of styles, Lara can create music for just about any kind of project and she thrives on collaboration.
Her theatrical score Dr. Egg and the Man With No Ear (directed by Jess Wilson, produced by Redmoon Theater in Chicago) was nominated for a Jeff Award for Best Original Incidental Music in 2009.
Press
“Lara Golan’s original music is haunting, mesmerizing and lingers with you after you leave.” Venus Zarris, Chicago Stage Review
“The other major presence is Lara Golan’s most excellent soundscape, which adds mood, depth and emphasis to the visuals.” Jack Hafferkamp, Chicago Edge