Joseph Haas

Composer and educator of classical music

Joseph Haas - Composer and educator of classical music
Born

1879
146 years ago

Died

March 30th, 1960
65 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A German composer and educator, contributions included instrumental compositions and teaching methodologies. Haas served as a professor at the Hochschule für Musik in Munich. He composed orchestral works, choral pieces, and chamber music. The artistic output reflected a blend of traditional and contemporary styles while focusing on German folk influences. His music contributed to the concert repertoire and influenced a generation of musicians.

Composed orchestral and choral works

Educated musicians at Hochschule für Musik

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