Alfred Reed

Alfred Reed
Background information
Born(1921-01-25)January 25, 1921
New York City, New York
DiedSeptember 17, 2005(2005-09-17) (aged 84)
Miami, Florida
GenresClassical
Occupation(s)Composer

Alfred Friedman (better known as Alfred Reed) (January 25, 1921 – September 17, 2005) was an American neoclassical composer, with more than two hundred published works for concert band, orchestra, chorus, and chamber ensemble to his name. He also traveled extensively as a guest conductor, performing in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia.[1][2]

  1. ^ Camus, Raoul F. (2013). "Reed [Friedman], Alfred". In Garrett, Charles H. (ed.). The Grove Dictionary of American Music (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press. doi:10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.47057.
  2. ^ Salzman, Timothy, ed. (2003). "Alfred Reed". A Composer's Insight: Thoughts, Analysis, and Commentary on Contemporary Masterpieces for Wind Bands. Vol. 1. Meredith Music. pp. 119–130. ISBN 978-0-6340-5827-1. OCLC 52398921.