Percy Faith
Composer and conductor of orchestral music
Composer and conductor of orchestral music
A Canadian composer and conductor achieved prominence in the mid-20th century with orchestral arrangements and recordings. Best known for popularizing easy listening music, created lush orchestral arrangements that appealed to a wide audience. Worked on multiple albums, achieving commercial success with tracks such as 'Theme from a Summer Place.' Won a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement in 1960. Influenced the sound of numerous artists and contributed significantly to the genre of pop orchestral music.
Popularized the easy listening music genre
Produced the hit 'Theme from a Summer Place'
Won a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement in 1960
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