Morvin Simon
New Zealand conductor and historian
Born
1944
81 years ago
Died
May 14th, 2014
11 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
New Zealand
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A prominent historian and musician, contributed to the understanding of New Zealand's musical heritage. Served as conductor for various orchestras, enhancing the cultural scene. Created and arranged numerous compositions that reflect the rich traditions of New Zealand music.
Conducted the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
Published significant works on New Zealand music history
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