Dominick Argento

American composer and educator

Dominick Argento - American composer and educator
Born

October 27th, 1927
97 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent American composer and educator, this individual contributed significantly to contemporary classical music. The career included teaching positions at various institutions, notably the University of Minnesota. The work as a composer encompassed numerous operas, orchestral pieces, and choral works, often characterized by lyrical melodies and rich harmonies. This individual received acclaim for operas such as "Postcard from Morocco" and "The Boor," showcasing a blend of traditional techniques with modern sensibilities.

Composed operas like 'Postcard from Morocco'

Won the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 1975

Served as a professor at the University of Minnesota

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