As per our current Database, Virgil Thomson has been died on Sep 30, 1989 (age 92).
When Virgil Thomson die, Virgil Thomson was 92 years old.
| Popular As | Virgil Thomson |
| Occupation | Composer |
| Age | 92 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | November 25, 1896 (Kansas City, MO) |
| Birthday | November 25 |
| Town/City | Kansas City, MO |
| Nationality | MO |
Virgil Thomson’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
Virgil Thomson was born in the Year of the Monkey. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Monkey thrive on having fun. They’re energetic, upbeat, and good at listening but lack self-control. They like being active and stimulated and enjoy pleasing self before pleasing others. They’re heart-breakers, not good at long-term relationships, morals are weak. Compatible with Rat or Dragon.
Composer and critic who was instrumental in the development of the 'American Sound' in classical music. He wrote two operas with Gertrude Stein, 'Four Saints in Three Acts' and 'The Mother of Us All.' He also composed incidental music for Orson Welles' version of 'Macbeth' from 1936.
He studied with Erik Satie at Harvard. He was a student under Nadia Boulanger while in Paris where he attained great popularity.
He was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 1988.
He was raised in the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He attended Harvard University thanks to a loan from the Mormon church.
He befriended Ernest Hemingway when he moved to Paris in the 1940s.
