Stephen Paulus
Composer and educator with operas
An esteemed American composer and educator, contributed significantly to contemporary classical music. Composed more than 100 vocal works, including operas, choral pieces, and songs. Notable operas include 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' and 'Huckleberry Finn'. Served on the faculties of several universities, promoting the study of music and composition. Received numerous accolades throughout a prolific career, including the chance to collaborate with various prominent artists and ensembles.
Composed operas such as 'The Postman Always Rings Twice'
Created the choral work 'The Road To Freedom'
Contributed to 'Grand Manner', an opera premiered at the Minnesota Opera
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American novelist, creator of Charlie Chan
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August 24th, 1884 141 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1933 93 years ago — 48 years old
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August 24th, 1944 81 years ago
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American actor known for 'Big Time Adolescence'
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August 24th, 2000 25 years ago
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Swimmer and Water Polo Player
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August 24th, 1890 135 years ago
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January 22nd, 1968 58 years ago — 77 years old
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August 24th, 1998 27 years ago
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August 24th, 1997 28 years ago
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Libyan diplomat and foreign minister
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1938 88 years ago
Died
October 19th, 2015 10 years ago — 77 years old
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American actor and fashion designer
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August 29th, 1922 103 years ago
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October 19th, 2008 17 years ago — 86 years old
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Finnish journalist and writer
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May 15th, 1891 134 years ago
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Record producer, co-founder of Chess Records
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March 27th, 1921 105 years ago
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Wrestler and promoter, Georgia Championship Wrestling
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September 22nd, 1951 74 years ago
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October 19th, 2012 13 years ago — 61 years old
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Ice hockey player and singer
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1929 97 years ago
Died
October 19th, 2015 10 years ago — 86 years old
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