Robert Shaw

Short Name: Robert Shaw
Full Name: Shaw, Robert, 1916-1999
Birth Year: 1916
Death Year: 1999

Wikipedia Biography

Robert Lawson Shaw (30 April 1916 – 25 January 1999) was an American conductor most famous for his work with his namesake Chorale, with the Cleveland Orchestra and Chorus, and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. He was known for drawing public attention to choral music through his wide-ranging influence and mentoring of younger conductors, the high standard of his recordings, his support for racial integration in his choruses, and his support for modern music, winning many awards throughout his career.

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SAMANTHRARobert Shaw (Arranger)451123 21555 43223
SICILIAN MARINERSRobert Shaw (Arranger)156543 45654 35567

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