Behrens, Jack, 1935-
Dates
- Existence: March 25, 1935
Biography
Jack Behrens was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1935. He was educated at the Juilliard School and studied with a multitude of teachers including William Bergsma and Vincent Persichetti and with Roger Sessions while at Harvard University. He also studied with Darius Milhaud and John Cage. Behrens taught theory at multiple schools and notably worked at the University of Western Ontario, teaching theory and composition from 1976-1980 and became the Dean of the Faculty of Music and held that position till 1986. Behrens composed a single opera, The Lay of Thrym, and has composed for solo voice, piano, flute, and chamber ensemble.
Sources:
• Jones, Gaynor G. “Behrens, Jack.” In Grove Music Online. Oxford University Press, 2001.
• McMillan, Barclay and Willis, Stephen C. “Jack Behrens.” In The Canadian Encyclopedia. 2008.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
American Composers Collection
The American Composers Collection includes material related to over 150 composers, including manuscript music scores, programs, correspondence, news clippings, and other items. Material varies with composer, from a single item to several folders. The collection was amassed from various donations to the University of Missouri-Kansas City before being given to the Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Department of Special Collections. Provenance is noted when known.
Jack Behrens (Addendum 4), October 29, 1963
The American Composers Collection includes material related to over 150 composers, including manuscript music scores, programs, correspondence, news clippings, and other items. Material varies with composer, from a single item to several folders. The collection was amassed from various donations to the University of Missouri-Kansas City before being given to the Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Department of Special Collections. Provenance is noted when known.
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