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Richard W. Dirksen

org, 1921-2003 US, Freeport, Illinois
Composer / Conductor of Classical and World
A.k.a. Richard Wayne Dirksen

Richard Wayne Dirksen (February 8, 1921 - July 26, 2003) was an American musician and composer, who served as Organist and Choirmaster of the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., from 1977 to 1988. Previously he was Assistant Organist and Choirmaster from 1942 to 1964. In 1969, Dirksen was named the cathedral's Precentor, giving him administrative oversight of all worship services until his retirement in 1991.

     
Genres
  • Classical
  • World
  • Folk

Band Members
Discography
Title Artist Year Type
NOËL Traditional Christmas Carols And Masterworks Of The Twentieth CenturyThe National Cathedral Choir And Organ, Richard W. Dirksen, Douglas Major1987Album
Great Is The LordWashington Cathedral Choir Of Men & Boys, Richard W. Dirksen, Douglas Major1984Album
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To all the music fans that are contributing on Discogs, MusicBrainz and Wikipedia. Thanks to Franz Flückiger for providing Storygram used to visualize band membership.
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