Christopher Rouse (composer), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Christopher Rouse (composer)

American composer

Date of Birth: 15-Feb-1949

Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Date of Death: 21-Sep-2019

Profession: composer, university teacher, musicologist, music pedagogue

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Christopher Chapman Rouse III (February 15, 1949 – September 21, 2019) was an American composer.
Though he wrote for various ensembles, Rouse is primarily known for his orchestral compositions, including a Requiem, a dozen concertos, and six symphonies.
His work received numerous accolades, including the Kennedy Center Friedheim Award, the Grammy Award for Best Classical Contemporary Composition, and the Pulitzer Prize for Music.
He also served as the composer-in-residence for the New York Philharmonic from 2012 to 2015.