Peter Schickele

American composer, musical educator, and parodist (1935-2024)

Johann Peter Schickele (/ˈʃɪkəli/; July 17, 1935 – January 16, 2024) was an American composer, musical educator and parodist. He was best known for comedy albums featuring his music. His music would say they were composed by P. D. Q. Bach. He also hosted a long-running weekly radio program called Schickele Mix.[1]

Peter Schickele
Schickele in 2010
Born(1935-07-17)July 17, 1935
DiedJanuary 16, 2024(2024-01-16) (aged 88)
EducationSwarthmore College (BM)
Juilliard School (MM)
Occupation(s)Composer, musical educator, parodist
Websiteschickele.com

From 1990 to 1993, Schickele's P. D. Q. Bach recordings earned him four consecutive wins for the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album.[2]

Schickele died at his home in Bearsville, New York, on January 16, 2024, at the age of 88.[2]

References

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  1. "Schickele Mix: The Lost Episodes". Yellowstonepublicradio.org.
  2. 2.0 2.1 Fox, Margalit (January 17, 2024). "Peter Schickele, Composer and Gleeful Sire of P.D.Q. Bach, Dies at 88". The New York Times. Retrieved January 17, 2024.