1940
Search results
Deems Taylor (1885-1966) was an American music composer, radio commentator, music critic and author. He wrote several operas, including The King's Henchman and Peter Ibbetson, and was the Master of Ceremonies for Fantasia and Carousel of American Music.
Deems Taylor (1885-1966) was a versatile and influential figure in the American music scene. He wrote lyrics and music for Broadway shows, hosted radio programs, and narrated Fantasia (1940).
Deems Taylor was an American composer, music critic, and promoter of classical music. He appeared in Walt Disney's 1940 film Fantasia as the film's Master of Ceremonies and musical advisor, and was instrumental in selecting the musical pieces used in the film.
Learn about the life and achievements of Deems Taylor, a musical luminary who was influential in his day but has little name recognition among the current generation. This book by James A. Pegolotti is highly recommended for anyone interested in Taylor's life and work.
One of the most popular and prolific American composers of the first half of the 20th century was Deems Taylor, who composed more than 50 musical works. He is also remembered for his work as a music critic, radio broadcaster, and writer.
Deems Taylor. One of the best-known musical figures of the first half of the 20th century, Deems Taylor was a composer, radio commentator, music critic, and author. He was the composer of The King's Henchman, the first American opera ever commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera, with libretto by Edna St. Vincent Millay.
Deems Taylor was a composer, radio commentator, author and educator, best known as the host of Fantasia (1940). He also wrote operas, books and articles on music, and was portrayed by James Le Gros in Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle (1994).
