Jesse Raccio

Growing up, I didn't have access to formal music education. I spent my early years teaching myself bass and vocals in garage bands, and later became the frontman of a hardcore band. During this time, I attended a performance of Beethoven and was enthralled with its depth and complexity. I began educating myself by hand-copying scores and devouring theory books.  Eventually, I found my way into a university program and earned a Master's degree in composition.

Since then, I have composed extensively for orchestra, voice, and chamber ensembles. I have served as music director for musicals and cabaret theater, taught at the high school and university levels, and performed as a double bassist with multiple orchestras. I was also the founding engineer for a music education software startup dedicated to reducing barriers to entry in music theory and sight reading.

I currently reside in Philadelphia, PA, with my partner and two loud husky-chihuahua mixes.