Irving Fine
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About
Elegant, graceful composer whose work combined neoclassical influences with romantic and serial elements. He belonged to the Boston Six or Boston School.
Before Fame
He received a Master's degree from Harvard University, where composer Walter Piston mentored him. He was also taught by Serge Koussevitzky and Nadia Boulanger.
Trivia
He taught many composers who went on to have prolific careers, including Gustav Ciamaga and Noel Lee.
Family Life
He was married to his wife Verna until his death.
Associated With
He was a close associate of Aaron Copland.
