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"Peter Schickele, whose comedic parodies of classical music overshadowed his
own strengths as a serious composer, died Tuesday at his home in Bearsville,
N.Y. at 88. His daughter confirmed the death and attributed it to a series of
infections that damaged his health.
Schickele won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album four years in a row from
1990-1994. He also won in 2000 for Best Classical Crossover album.
The composer aimed at breaking down the stuffiness of classical music in the
grand tradition of Victor Borge. His compositions included the
No-No Nonette,
the cantata
Iphigenia in Brooklyn, the
Unbegun Symphony, and
Pervertimento
for Bagpipes, Bicycle and Balloons, among other titles."
Via Esther Schindler.
RIP,
*** Xanni ***
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