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Paul Creston

American composer (1906-1985) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 78

Paul Creston was an American composer of classical music. He composed six symphonies and several concertante works for violin, piano, accordion, marimba and saxophone. He has been described as a leading American Neo-Romantic composer of his time.

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Arts and Letters Award in Music1943
Guggenheim Fellowship1938

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1906 to 1985 · aged 78

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