Patric Standford
Composer and educator in music
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
April 23rd, 2014
11 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A composer and educator who contributed significantly to music education. Composed many choral works and orchestral pieces, with a focus on English music traditions. Worked as a director at various music education institutions, promoting choral music and developing curricula that fostered musical growth in students. Wrote a number of educational texts aimed at improving music teaching methodologies. Served as a consultant for music programs, influencing curriculum design in schools across the country.
Composed choral works and orchestral pieces
Authored educational texts on music education
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