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Leo Sowerby

Leo Salkeld Sowerby (1 May 1895 – 7 July 1968) was an American composer and church musician. He won the Pulitzer Prize for music in 1946 and was often called the “Dean of American church music” in the early to mid 20th century. His many students included Florence Price and Ned Rorem.

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
United States
Born
May 1st, 1895
Died
July 7th, 1968
Labels
Naxos
Cedille
Priory Records Ltd
Last updated: May 3rd, 2017

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