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Birth of John Williams

8 February 1932

American composer and conductor (born 1932). John Williams was born on 8 February 1932 in what is now the United States. John Williams is remembered as a conductor, composer and film score composer, a citizen of the United States. Notable works include “music of Star Wars”, “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “Munich – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack”. Positions held included principal conductor.

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