Leroy Anderson

Composer and conductor of light music

Leroy Anderson - Composer and conductor of light music
Born

June 29th, 1908
117 years ago

Died

May 18th, 1975
50 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the genre of light orchestral music. Anderson studied at Harvard and later became the principal arranger for the Harvard Band. Best recognized for catchy compositions, including 'Sleigh Ride' and 'The Typewriter'. His works, characterized by wit and charm, have remained popular in both orchestral and popular music contexts. Anderson also served in the United States Army during World War II, where he arranged and composed music for military ensembles.

Composed 'Sleigh Ride'

Created 'The Typewriter'

Wrote 'The Syncopated Clock'

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