| Nationality: | American |
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Date & Place of Birth: |
August 25, 1918: Lawrence, Massachusetts |
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Date & Place of Death: |
data will be updated shortly |
| Near Family: | Wife: Felicia Montealegre (m. September 9,1951) |
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Main Place of Residence: |
Early on, he lived in Philadelphia and elsewhere, also resided in NY. |
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Vocation (including composition): |
He is probably best known for his remarkable work as a conductor/music director/educator (His Young People's Concerts are used nationwide, still) |
| Major Work(s): | Most famous are his musicals: West Side Story & Wonderfultown--- as well as the Jeremiah Symphony |
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Interesting Facts: |
Brother, Elmer wrote countless scores for films. Leonard traveled the world conducting famous symphonies. |
