4.12.07

William Schuman

William Schuman biography
  • 1910-92
  • Born in New York, NY
  • Served as Juilliard president
  • Often uses large instrumentations
  • Wrote many pop songs in his youth


  • George Washington Bridge
  • 1950
  • 6 minutes
  • For concert band

    Chester Overture
  • 1957
  • 6 minutes
  • Based on 3rd movement of New England Triptych

    When Jesus Wept
  • 1958
  • 5 minutes
  • Based on 2nd movement of New England Triptych
  • Also available as an organ transcript

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