Allan Rae
Canadian composer, conductor and trumpeter Allan Rae was born in Blairmore, Alberta on 3 July 1942. He studied composition and arranging at the Berklee College of Music, and, later, electronic music and composition with Samuel Dolin at the Royal Conservatory of Music.
He began his working life as a trumpeter in the Canadian Army Band for three years. He was a composer and conductor for CBC Calgary TV and Radio (1966-70).
Based in Calgary, he is known particularly for his theatre work, including musicals, incidental music and an opera. He was composer-in-residence at Alberta Theatre Projects from 1985 until 2000. His catalogue also includes symphonic, choral and chamber works.
Articles by Allan Rae
A classical music word search puzzle
Pettine - A classical music word search puzzle
Oswald - A classical music word search puzzle
Syrinx - A classical music word search puzzle
Chocallo - A classical music word search puzzle
Morawetz - A classical music word search puzzle
Zipangu - A classical music word search puzzle
Tailleferre - A classical music word search puzzle
Zelman - a classical music word search puzzle
Taşbebek - A classical music word search puzzle
Zwilich - a classical music word search puzzle
Maybrick - a classical music word-puzzle
Steiner - a classical music word-puzzle
Melikyan - a classical music word-puzzle
Szymanowska - a classical music word-puzzle
Corroboree - a classical music word-puzzle
Caccini - a classical music word-puzzle
Agnesi - a classical music word-puzzle
Resolution - another classical music word-puzzle to keep you entertained
Locrian - a classical music word-puzzle, to keep you entertained during lockdown
Articles about Allan Rae
Allan Rae: 5 Concerti - Richard Meszto introduces five works, referencing, in particular, the vast landscapes of Canada
Profile. Allan Rae: Three Symphonies - A detailed look at some astounding music by one of Canada's great composers
Life Under Quarantine - Suggestions for the classical musician, from Gordon Andrew R
Lost Music for Lost Souls - Richard Meszto tells the story of the re-discovery of Allan Rae's music for 'Charles Manson AKA Jesus Christ', a play by Fabian Jennings
The Many Hats of Allan Rae - A Birthday Greeting, by Endre Anaru
Music of the Elvish World - Gordon Rumson explores Allan Rae's 'Mirror of Galadriel'
MV3, with Gordon Rumson and Keith Bramich - the first of Music and Vision's monthly visits to the world of online music