Kirt Mosier stands as a globally renowned composer and conductor, celebrated for his exceptional contributions to the world of music. Serving as the conductor of the Lee’s Summit Symphony and previously as the artistic director for the Kansas City Youth Symphony, Mr. Mosier has left an indelible mark on the international music scene.
His baton has graced prestigious venues worldwide, including New York’s Carnegie Hall, Reykjavik Iceland’s Harpa Hall, London’s Royal Festival Hall, Vienna’s Musikverein and MuTH Concert Halls, Salzburg’s Mozarteum and London’s Royal Festival Hall as well as iconic locations in Singapore, Jakarta, South Korea, Thailand, and Australia’s renowned Sydney Opera House.
Acknowledged for his compositional prowess, Mosier earned national recognition with awards for his 1993 piece, “Baltic Dance,” and his 2004 composition, “American Reel.” The Portland Ballet Company of Portland, Maine, commissioned him in 2010 to create an original score for their production of “The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow.”
Mr. Mosier’s influence extends beyond the conductor’s podium, as he has served on the national board of Music for All and is currently honored with the Performing Artist In Residence Grant by the Taipei American School. He has been commissioned to compose a symphonic work in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Taipei American School. Notably, he held a distinguished career as Director of Orchestras in the Raytown and Lee’s Summit School Districts in Missouri and contributed significantly to the University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory, teaching orchestration.
A trailblazer in education, Kirt Mosier founded the Digital Media Technology program at Summit Technology Academy, offering students expertise in studio multitrack recording, video editing software, and techniques. Many of his students have achieved national recognition and entered the professional industry.
Mr. Mosier remains a sought-after guest conductor globally. His annual contributions to various publishers and commissioned works for diverse groups showcase his unwavering commitment to advancing the realm of orchestral music. In 2022, he was inducted into the Raytown Quality Schools Alumni Hall Of Fame.
Mr. Mosier is also sought after as a keynote and motivational speaker by school districts and various organizations throughout the United States.
