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Jay Alan Yim

b. 1958

American composer

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Born 1958. Jay Alan Yim is an American composer.

Jay Alan Yim (born April 24, 1958) is an American composer of Chinese descent and recipient of a 1994 Guggenheim Fellowship.

Early life and education Yim was born into a Chinese family in St. Louis, Missouri on April 24, 1958. He attended the University of California, Santa Barbara College of Creative Studies and graduated with a B.A. in 1980. He also received a M.Mus. in 1981 from the University of London and the Royal College of Music, with a Ph.D. from Harvard University earned in 1989.

He currently serves as a professor of music at Northwestern University. Former students include composers Marcos Balter, Kirsten Broberg, Rodrigo Cadiz, Aaron Cassidy, and Mark Engebretson.

Awards and honors Yim is a 1994 recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship for music composition in the creative arts category. He also placed third for the 1994 Kennedy Center Friedheim Award, tied with John Anthony Lennon.

Personal life Yim is married to artist Marlena Novak.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Harvard University, University of California, Santa Barbara, Royal College of Music, University of London
Employers
Northwestern University
Awards
Guggenheim Fellowship

Family & relationships

Spouse
Marlena Novak

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jay Alan Yim?

American composer

When was Jay Alan Yim born?

Jay Alan Yim was born on 24 April 1958 in St. Louis.

What is Jay Alan Yim's occupation?

Jay Alan Yim is a composer.

What nationality is Jay Alan Yim?

Jay Alan Yim is American.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Jay Alan Yim

Β· Wikidata: Q6166323

Β· DBpedia: Jay Alan Yim

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