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David Hogan

1949 – 1996

American composer

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Lived 1949 – 1996 (aged 47). David Hogan was an American composer.

H. David Hogan (July 1, 1949 – July 17, 1996) was an American composer and musical director of CIGAP (Le Choeur Int'l Gai de Paris),

Hogan and CIGAP baritone Jean-Paul Galland were killed when TWA Flight 800 exploded off the coast of Long Island, killing all 230 passengers and crew on board.

Career A native of Virginia, Hogan graduated from the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University with a bachelor's degree in 1971,

Prior to his work in France, Hogan helped develop the choir at San Francisco's St. Francis Lutheran Church.

When the previous musical director of CIGAP resigned three weeks before its auditions, Hogan was tapped to fill in the position.

During his career, Hogan had also been tenor soloist with the Washington National Cathedral (Episcopal) in Washington, DC.

Personal life Hogan was married to East Bay singer and choir conductor Terry Hogan Johnson. The couple had a daughter named Hilary, who also attended the Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore.

Choral works Magnificat and Nunc dimittis "Washington", unison treble or SATB/organ (written for the Choir Washington National Cathedral and Douglas Major) O Gracious Light, unison choir & organ. I love you, O my God most high, two-part mixed & keyboard.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Hogan?

American composer (1949-1996)

When was David Hogan born?

David Hogan was born on 1 July 1949 in Nokesville.

When did David Hogan die?

David Hogan died on 17 July 1996 in Atlantic Ocean.

What was David Hogan's occupation?

David Hogan was a composer.

What nationality was David Hogan?

David Hogan was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Hogan

· Wikidata: Q5235080

· DBpedia: David Hogan (composer)

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