About

James Krom is a PA-based composer and pianist currently pursuing a Master of Music degree in composition at Carnegie Mellon University, where he studies under Dr. Nancy Galbraith. He mainly composes chamber and orchestral works, with a focus on storytelling through programmatic music. James’ undergraduate experience at The Catholic University of America led to many of his first premieres, including Alleluia for concert choir and Prayer of St. Francis for chamber orchestra.

James’ recent compositions include Earth-Sky Adoration for reed quintet and Commence for string quintet. Current projects include Scherzo & Adagio for symphony orchestra and Different Shades of Green (and Red) for chamber ensemble. You can enjoy or critique many of James’ pieces on his website (jameskrom.com) or YouTube channel (@James_Krom). 

James Krom is a PA-based composer and pianist currently pursuing a Master of Music degree in composition at Carnegie Mellon University, where he studies under Dr. Nancy Galbraith. He mainly composes chamber and orchestral works, with a focus on storytelling through programmatic music. James’ undergraduate experience at The Catholic University of America led to many of his first premieres, including Night Ride Before a Duel for symphony orchestra (Vidin Sinfonietta, Bulgaria, Summer 2023), Alleluia for concert choir (CUA, D.C, Spring 2024), Prayer of St. Francis for chamber orchestra (CUA, D.C, Summer 2024), and Wolf Rocks Expedition for youth orchestra (WYSO Philharmonic, PA, Fall 2024).

James’ recent compositions include Earth-Sky Adoration for reed quintet (Akropolis Reed Quintet reading, PA, Spring 2025) and Commence for string quintet (PSO string quintet reading, PA, Spring 2025). Current projects include Scherzo & Adagio for symphony orchestra (CMU Philharmonic, PA, Spring 2026) and Different Shades of Green (and Red) for chamber ensemble (NAT 28 Reading, PA, Spring 2026). You can enjoy or critique many of James’ pieces on his website (jameskrom.com) or YouTube channel (@James_Krom).