Burt, Nathaniel, 1913-2003

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Birth 1913-11-21
Death 2003-07-01
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Biographical notes:

Composer, poet, and novelist, Burt taught music at Princeton University and the Westminster Choir College before becoming a writer full-time.

From the description of Nathaniel Burt papers, 1923-1986. (Princeton University Library). WorldCat record id: 84336171

The title is derived from the elegaic poem by John Milton. Composed 1952. First performance Princeton, New Jersey, 16 January 1954, Nicholas Harsányi conductor. Dedicated to Henry A. Page III.--Cf. Fleisher Collection.

From the description of The elegy of Lycidas, Op. 4 / Nathaniel Burt. [19--] (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 45205511

Son of Maxwell Struthers Burt; poet and member of Princeton University's music department.

From the description of Princetonia's pastorels : typescript, [n.d.]. (University of Pennsylvania Library). WorldCat record id: 122381797

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  • Wyoming (as recorded)
  • Grand Teton National Park (Wyo.) (as recorded)
  • Three Rivers Ranch (Wyo.) (as recorded)
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