Anderson, Leroy A Composers Composition

Anderson, Leroy A Composers Composition

Anderson, Leroy

Leroy Anderson (1908-1975) was the son of Swedish immigrants. During World War Two, he served as a translator and interpreter. Anderson entrenched himself in American popular culture with compositions such as Sleigh Ride, The Syncopated Clock, and Blue Tango.

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- Official site of the composer of light concert music. Biography, Real Audio RAM samples, video and CD information, catalog, guest book, and contact information.

- PBS documentary companion web site for the composer and his music. Includes biography, Real Audio RM format samples of music, transcripts and reprints of various interviews and articles, video and audio recording information, and feedback.
- Summary of influences and major compositions from the Grove Concise Dictionary of Music entry at WQXR radio.
- Biographical data, recommended CDs, books and sheet music, bibliography, and links to biographical essays.
- CD review with general comments on his life, education, and musical history and accomplishments.
- Filmography at Internet Movie Database (IMDb) listing films using his music.

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