David Hogan

American composer and educator

David Hogan - American composer and educator
Born

July 1st, 1949
75 years ago

Died

1996
29 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Specialized in music composition and education, focusing on contemporary music styles. Contributed to the academic field through teaching and curriculum development. Composed numerous works for various ensembles and institutions, highlighting innovative approaches to music composition. Influenced a generation of music students through dedicated teaching and mentorship.

Composed works for various ensembles

Developed music curriculum for educational institutions

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