Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson

Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson is a composer, conductor, and pianist who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born in New York City in 1932, Perkinson studied at the Juilliard School and the Berkshire Music Center. He has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 1981. Perkinson's music is often inspired by African-American folk music and spirituals, and he has also written works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and solo instruments. His music is known for its rhythmic vitality, melodic beauty, and emotional depth.

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