Death of a distinguished music theorist, 81
RIPWalter Mays, Professor of Music Theory and Composition at Wichita State University, has passed away.
His compositions achieved numerous performances.
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A fine composer, dedicated and generous teacher, and wonderful person.
what do you know, a theorist who could actually write music?
I was in his advanced theory classes years ago…. I looked forward to his classes every week. He was a delightful and compelling man. You knew you were in the presence of something special.
I had the great pleasure of performing his saxophone concerto while a student at Eastman and was very honored that he came to the performance! An underappreciated composer for sure.