Hermann Scherchen

Hermann Scherchen (June 21, 1891 – June 12, 1966) was a German conductor and arranger.

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June 21 - 1891 - June 12 - 1966

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Making his debut with Schoenberg's Pierrot Lunaire, he was a champion of 20th century composers such as Richard Strauss, Webern, Berg and Varèse.

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Schoenberg - Pierrot Lunaire - Richard Strauss - Webern - Berg - Varèse

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He is probably best known for his orchestral arrangement (and recording) of Johann Sebastian Bach's Art of Fugue.

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Johann Sebastian Bach - Art of Fugue

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