Calker, Darrell, 1905-1964
Variant namesDarrell Calker (1905-1964) was a prominent composer, conductor and arranger, educated at Maryland University where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree, and at the Curtis Institute where he studied under Edgar Priest and David Pell. He joined ASCAP in 1953 and composed musical scores for ballet companies including the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, the Ballet Russe, and Sandler Wells. His classical works include "Penguin Island" and "Golden Land." His ballets include "Royal Coachman," "Quiet Wheel," and "Decameron." He also composed music for "Geronimo," "Albuquerque," "The Red Ryder" serials, and Walter Lantz cartoons.
From the description of Darrell Calker papers, 1945-1963. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 173855438
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| creatorOf | General Music Corporation. Collection of television music, 1950-1970. | University of California, Los Angeles | |
| referencedIn | General Music Corporation Collection, 1950-1970 | University of California, Los Angeles. Library. Performing Arts Special Collections. | |
| creatorOf | Calker, Darrell, 1905-1964. Darrell Calker papers, 1945-1963. | Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center. |
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Person
Birth 1905-02-18
Death 1964-02-20
