John Lessard

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1920 – 2003

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Who was John Lessard?

John Lessard was an American composer and music educator noted among peers for his eloquent and dramatic neo-classical works for piano and voice, chamber ensembles, and orchestra, as well as for his playful pieces for mixed percussion ensembles. He was also an accomplished pianist and conductor.

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Born
Jul 3, 1920
San Francisco
Also known as
  • John Ayres Lessard
Nationality
  • United States of America
Education
  • Longy School of Music of Bard College
  • École Normale de Musique de Paris
    (1937 - 1940)
Lived in
  • East Setauket
    ( - 2003/01/11)
Died
Jan 11, 2003
East Setauket

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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