James Ployhar

American composer (1926–2007)

PersonDied aged 80humanQ628474

Born: September 22, 1926
Died: January 2, 2007
Birthplace: Valley City
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: conductor
, composer
, musicologist
Education: Valley City State University

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James D. Ployhar was an American composer, music educator, and film producer. He was responsible for many pieces of music well known to American band students, including "Cool Blues for Trumpets", "March of the Irish Guard", "Crazy Clock", and "Korean Folk Song Medley".

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: James
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Family name: Ployhar

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