Maria de Alvear

Maria de Alvear is a Spanish composer and sound artist whose work explores the intersection of music, performance, and conceptual art, often incorporating extended durations and meditative qualities into her compositions. She is best known for large-scale works such as 'World' (1992–ongoing), a monumental sound installation and performance piece that has been presented at major international venues including documenta and the Centre Pompidou. Her practice engages deeply with themes of love, spirituality, and the body, drawing on influences ranging from Fluxus to minimalism and establishing her as a significant figure in experimental music and sound art.