Richard Mauersberger was a renowned classical music artist who made significant contributions to the world of choral music. He was born on October 11, 1930, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to a family of musicians. His father, Paul Mauersberger, was a well-known choral conductor, and his mother, Ruth, was a pianist and organist. Richard grew up in a musical environment and started singing in his father's choir at a young age. Richard's passion for music continued to grow, and he pursued his education in music. He attended Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1952. He then went on to study at the University of Michigan, where he received a Master of Music degree in 1954. After completing his education, Richard began his career as a choral conductor. He served as the director of music at several churches in Minnesota, including St. Andrew's Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi and St. Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis. He also worked as a music teacher at several schools, including the University of Minnesota and Augsburg College. Richard's talent as a choral conductor was recognized early on in his career. In 1958, he was appointed the director of the Dale Warland Singers, a professional choir based in Minneapolis. Under his leadership, the choir gained national recognition for its innovative programming and exceptional performances. Richard remained the director of the Dale Warland Singers for 31 years, until his retirement in 1989. During his tenure as the director of the Dale Warland Singers, Richard led the choir in numerous performances and recordings. The choir performed at major venues across the United States, including Carnegie Hall in New York City and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. They also toured internationally, performing in Europe and Asia. Richard's contributions to the world of choral music were widely recognized. He received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the prestigious ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming of Contemporary Music. He was also inducted into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame in 2005. In addition to his work with the Dale Warland Singers, Richard was also a prolific composer and arranger of choral music. He wrote over 100 works for choir, many of which have been performed by choirs around the world. His compositions and arrangements are known for their beautiful melodies and intricate harmonies. Richard's legacy in the world of choral music continues to this day. His compositions and arrangements are still performed by choirs around the world, and his influence on the choral music community is still felt. He passed away on May 19, 2017, at the age of 86, but his music and his contributions to the world of choral music will continue to inspire generations of musicians to come.

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