George Crum, 1926-2007

George Crum (1926-2007)

The dance and music communities here in Canada and internationally are saddened to learn of the recent passing of George Crum, pictured here, Music Director Emeritus of the National Ballet of Canada. Details are available on line from the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.

George Crum was 80.

Due to an unfortunate misunderstanding on my part - I had initially been informed it was celebrated American composer George Crumb who the news related to - I offer sincere apologies to anyone who might have been concerned, to the Crum family, and indeed to Mr. Crumb himself.

And my my thanks to Lisa Hirsch at Iron Tongue of Midnight for promptly alerting me as to my likely error . To the best of everyone’s knowledge, George Crumb is very much alive and well!

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Published:: 09.11.07 / 8am

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Eric Bruskin 09.18.07 / 7pm

George Crumb is alive and thriving! Orchestra 2001 in Philadelphia just premiered Part 5 of his 6-part American Songbook, which when complete will total about four and a half hours of music! See http://www.orchestra2001.org for details!reCAPTCHA WP Error:incorrect-captcha-sol

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With a love of teaching and chamber music, Toronto-based flutist JAMIE THOMPSON has performed as both soloist and chamber musician in Canada and the United States, and continues to be active as aFreelance Musician, Teacher, Adjudicator and Clinician, specializing in community outreach, multi-media events and creative, performance-preparation workshops and coaching sessions.

Jamie has been on the Flute Faculty of the RCM since 1988. In addition to teaching and coaching, he has served as Chair, Woodwind Brass and Percussion Department, and has served on numerous committees, including The Community School Divisional Committee, Academic Council and the Council of Examiners. In addition Jamie has presented workshops on Examination and Performance Preparation, co-ordinated the RCM Professional Development Lecture Series, and has co-chaired the Faculty Advisory Committee for the RCM’s new TELUS Performance and Learning Centre, scheduled to open in 2008.

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