PA-106 Vincent Persichetti (1915-1987)

Marker text: Vincent Persichetti (1915-1987)
Philadelphia-born, he was one of this city's noted composers. He wrote nine symphonies & many other instrumental & choral works. A 1939 Curtis Institute graduate, he taught at the Philadelphia Conservatory, 1939-62, & Juilliard School, 1947-87.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission 1997