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American composer (1912–1978)

Person · Open Library

Born
1912
Died
1978
Works
6

Top works

  • The art of media instruction
  • Intermission - ten minutes, for orchestra
  • A list of American operas
  • Symphony no. 5 1/2; a symphony for fun
  • The unfinished symphony conductor

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Music · MusicBrainz

Type
Person
Gender
Male
Origin
Canada

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Listeners · Last.fm

Listeners
2,005
Total plays
26,894

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Donald Eugene Gillis (June 17, 1912–January 10, 1978) was a US composer, conductor and teacher. The composition which has gained him most recognition is his orchestral Symphony No. 5½, A Symphony for Fun. Don Gillis was born in Cameron, Missouri. His family moved to Fort Worth, Texas, and he studied at Texas Christian University, playing trombone and acting as assistant director of the university band. He graduated in 1935, and obtained a masters degree from North Texas State University in 1943

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