Role

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Composer Conductor Performer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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May 7, 1905 in Minneapolis, MN

Death

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January 18, 1985 in Monterey, CA

Genre

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Vocal

 

George Stoll was a renowned American composer, arranger, and conductor who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on May 1, 1902, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to a family of musicians. His father, George Stoll Sr., was a violinist, and his mother, Mary Stoll, was a pianist. From a young age, Stoll showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano and violin. Stoll's musical education began at the Minneapolis School of Music, where he studied piano and violin. He later attended the University of Minnesota, where he studied composition and conducting. After completing his studies, Stoll began his career as a pianist and conductor in various theaters and orchestras across the United States. In 1929, Stoll moved to Hollywood, California, to work as a conductor and arranger for MGM Studios. He quickly established himself as a talented composer and arranger, working on numerous films, including "The Wizard of Oz," "Meet Me in St. Louis," and "An American in Paris." Stoll's work on these films earned him critical acclaim and several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Original Score for "An American in Paris." Stoll's success in Hollywood led to numerous opportunities to work with some of the most prominent musicians of his time. He conducted the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and the NBC Symphony Orchestra. He also worked with renowned composers such as George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, and Cole Porter. In addition to his work in Hollywood, Stoll was also a prolific composer of classical music. He wrote numerous symphonies, concertos, and chamber music pieces, many of which were performed by some of the world's leading orchestras. Stoll's compositions were known for their lush harmonies, intricate melodies, and innovative use of orchestration. Throughout his career, Stoll received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1955, he was awarded the prestigious Academy Award of Merit by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for his contributions to film music. He was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970. Stoll continued to work in the music industry until his death on January 18, 1985, in Los Angeles, California. His legacy as a composer, arranger, and conductor continues to inspire musicians and music lovers around the world.

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