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  2. Pulitzer Prize. Signature. Samuel Osmond Barber II (March 9, 1910 – January 23, 1981) was an American composer, pianist, conductor, baritone, and music educator, and one of the most celebrated composers of the mid-20th century. [1] Principally influenced by nine years' composition studies with Rosario Scalero at the Curtis Institute and more ...

  3. Samuel Barber (born March 9, 1910, West Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died January 23, 1981, New York, New York) was an American composer who is considered one of the most expressive representatives of the lyric and Romantic trends in 20th-century classical music.

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  4. Mar 5, 2010 · A Military Symphony. Barber's most exquisite achievements were in the realm of vocal music, particularly the songs of Op. 10 and 13 and his 1947 setting of James Agee's Knoxville: Summer of...

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  5. Learn about the American composer Samuel Barber, who wrote lyrical and expressive music in the grand style. Discover his biography, major works, and how he coped with the challenges of modernism and fame.

  6. Samuel Barber, one of the most significant composers to emerge from 20th-century America, is celebrated for his neo-romantic style laden with lyrical melodies and poignant harmonies. His compositions, often inspired by literary allusions and characterized by tonality, resonate with an inherently American feel while showcasing a strong penchant ...

  7. May 29, 2018 · Learn about Samuel Barber, one of the most distinguished composers to emerge in twentieth-century America. Explore his life, career, awards, and major compositions, such as Adagio for Strings and Vanessa.

  8. Jan 24, 1981 · Samuel Barber, the American composer who twice won the Pulitzer Prize and whose Adagio for Strings became one of the most popular works in the orchestral repertoire, died yesterday in his...

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