Public figure
Michael Tilson Thomas Gold
American conductor, pianist and composer (1944–2026)
Michael Tilson Thomas is an American conductor, pianist and composer (1944–2026). Born 1944 in Los Angeles.
At a glance
Gold- Born
- 1944-12-21, Los Angeles
- Died
- 2026-04-22, San Francisco
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- conductor, pianist, composer, music educator, music arranger, musician, bandleader
- Fields
- music, piano performance, conducting, music composition
- Member of
- American Academy of Arts and Sciences
- Also known as
- MTT
Education and professional journey
SilverEducation
- University of Southern California
- USC Thornton School of Music
- Idyllwild Arts Academy
- North Hollywood High School
- Colburn School
Awards and recognition
Silver- National Medal of Arts
- honorary doctor of the University of Miami 1996
- Ditson Conductor's Award
Personal journey
- Languages
- English
Due diligence
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