Randall Shinn composes operas and concert music. Reviewers have described his music as “passionate” and “compelling.” His music explores a wide range of expression, from wit to fiery passion—producing results reviewers have termed “stunning” and “spell-binding.”

Reviewers have repeatedly remarked on his music’s “sensuality” and “sensation of physical motion.” His music has been described as “lyrical,” “refined,” and “powerfully expressive.” One reviewer remarked that Shinn integrates “modern music and language with more familiar classical styles to create a sound that is uniquely his.” Other reviewers have described his works as “sophisticated,” “long-haunting,” and “lusciously beautiful.”

Shinn has written original librettos for three operas. His interest in the theater spills over into a general interest in imagination, illusion, and magical atmosphere, and he is chief correspondent for DeepGlamour.net, where he writes posts about various aspects of glamour (including its older sense of magic spells). His Writings here at RandallShinn.com present some of his aesthetic views relative to his music.