American composer Vincent Persichetti (1915-1987) was born and died in Philadelphia. In-between times, he spent most of his career in the City of Brotherly Love. Persichetti studied under masters and later taught another generation of noted musicians and composers, including Philip Glass and Thelonius Monk. He wrote for almost every genre in a variety of styles.
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Biographical data, noted works and writings, recommended CDs, books, and sheet music, general bibliography, and links from Dr. Estrella's Incredibly Abridged Dictionary of Composers.
Listing at Musicalics summarizes life and major works. Also notes certain famous students.
Listing at Musicalics summarizes life and major works. Also notes certain famous students.
Biographical data, noted works and writings, recommended CDs, books, and sheet music, general bibliography, and links from Dr. Estrella's Incredibly Abridged Dictionary of Composers.
