About Henry Mayer
Lived 1925 – 1998 (aged 72). Henry Mayer was a German composer and conductor.
Heinz Meier (November 18, 1925 - September 22, 1998) was a German composer. He was best known for his 1965 composition "Der Sommerwind", the lyrics of which were later adapted into English as "Summer Wind". The pseudonym "Henry Mayer" was used for numerous of his works.
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Who was Henry Mayer?
German schlagercomposer
When was Henry Mayer born?
Henry Mayer was born on 18 November 1925 in Nuremberg.
When did Henry Mayer die?
Henry Mayer died on 22 September 1998.
What was Henry Mayer's occupation?
Henry Mayer was a composer and conductor.
What nationality was Henry Mayer?
Henry Mayer was German.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Heinz Meier (composer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Henry Mayer. https://biography.guide/henry-mayer-composer/
MLA: "Henry Mayer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/henry-mayer-composer/.
Chicago: "Henry Mayer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/henry-mayer-composer/.
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