Mel Powell

Mel Powell (1923–1998) was an American pianist, composer and musicologist.

Overview

Born at The Bronx in 1923, died at Sherman Oaks in 1998.

In detail

Mel Powell studied at Yale University and DeWitt Clinton High School. training under Paul Hindemith is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is music, educational system and music education. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are jazz.

Employment is recorded with Queens College and California Institute of the Arts. Membership is recorded of American Academy of Arts and Letters.

Distinctions recorded are Pulitzer Prize for Music, Arts and Letters Award in Music and Guggenheim Fellowship.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Mel Powell”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q743673: Mel Powell

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