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Leroy Anderson

American composer (1908-1975) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 66

Leroy Anderson was an American composer of short, light concert pieces, many of which were introduced by the Boston Pops Orchestra under the direction of Arthur Fiedler. John Williams described him as "one of the great American masters of light orchestral music."

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Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame1960

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1908 to 1975 · aged 66

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