Paul Weston

American pianist and conductor of orchestras

Paul Weston - Artists & Creatives born 1912
Born

1912
113 years ago

Died
Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Pianist, composer, and conductor significantly contributed to the music scene in the United States. Renowned for orchestrating music for film and television, worked extensively with Columbia Records. Conducted and arranged for numerous popular artists and created many albums featuring orchestral interpretations of popular songs. His work included collaborations with prominent vocalists and distinction as a staff conductor for popular programs.

Conducted orchestral arrangements for Columbia Records

Created several popular albums of orchestral music

Arranged and worked with notable artists in music

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