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Willson Meredith And His OrchestraMeredith Willson Meredith Willson American composer, conductor, musical arranger, and bandleader (1902–1984) This article is about the composer and musician. For other people with a similar name, see Meredith Wilson. Robert Reiniger Meredith Willson[1] (May 18, 1902 – June 15, 1984) was an American flautist, composer, conductor, musical arranger, bandleader, playwright, and writer. Quick facts Born, Died ... Meredith Willson Willson in 1961 Born Robert Reiniger Meredith Willson (1902-05-18)May 18, 1902 Mason City, Iowa, U.S. Died June 15, 1984(1984-06-15) (aged 82) Santa Monica, California, U.S. Occupations Flautist composer conductor playwright bandleader author Years active 1921−1982 Close He is perhaps best known for writing the book, music, and lyrics for the 1957 hit Broadway musical The Music Man[2] and "It's Beginning… (Source: Wikipedia)
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