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David Leo Diamond (July 9, 1915 – June 13, 2005) was an American composer of classical music. He is considered one of the preeminent American composers of his generation. Many of his works are tonal or modestly modal.
Learn about the life and works of David Diamond, a real composer of the first sort, who died in 2005. Find recordings, performances, photos, stories and tributes of his legacy.
Jun 1, 1997 · David Diamond (b. 1915) is the last of several generations of great American symphonists who flourished mid-century. This list—beginning with Roy Harris, Howard Hanson, Aaron Copeland, and Walter Piston—continues with William Schuman and Diamond himself.
Oct 13, 2016 · Daron Hagen, a composer and former student of David Diamond, shares his personal and professional memories of the American symphonist. He recounts how he was accepted to Juilliard despite his lack of musical knowledge and how he learned from Diamond's tough criticism and guidance.
Jun 27, 2018 · Learn about David Diamond, a prominent American composer who studied with Boulanger and Stravinsky and wrote orchestral, chamber, vocal, and operatic music. Find out his awards, influences, and major compositions from 1935 to 1995.
Jun 13, 2005 · Learn about the life and achievements of David Diamond, a prolific and award-winning composer who wrote for orchestra, chamber, piano, vocal and wind ensembles. Discover his famous works, such as Psalm for Orchestra, String Quartet No.2, and the theme for CBS's show "Hear it now".
David Leo Diamond, composer: born Rochester, New York 9 July 1915; died Brighton, New York 13 June 2005. David Diamond was a prolific American composer who triumphed over obstacles in his early...
