William Bolcom

American composer and pianist

William Bolcom - American composer and pianist
Born

May 26th, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American composer and pianist, recognized for contributions to contemporary classical music and popular genres. Bolcom studied at the University of Washington and later at the University of Michigan. He has composed operas, art songs, and works for piano and orchestra. Bolcom's collaborations with various artists have led to multiple Grammy Awards.

Composed the opera 'A Wedding'

Received the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 1988

Collaborated with Joan Morris on art songs

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