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Frederic Rzewski

American pianist and composer (1938-2021) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 83

Frederic Anthony Rzewski was an American composer and pianist, considered to be one of the most important American composer-pianists of his time. From 1977 on, he lived primarily in Belgium.

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Honorary doctor of the University of Liège2009

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His major compositions, which often incorporate social and political themes, include the minimalist Coming Together and the variation set The People United Will Never Be Defeated!, which has been called "a modern classic".

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1938 to 2021 · aged 83

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