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Samuel Hazo is an acclaimed American composer, conductor, and educator, renowned for his significant contributions to contemporary wind band literature.Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Hazo earned degrees from Duquesne University. He founded the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra and served as its music director for over a decade. Hazo gained widespread recognition as a composer, particularly for his wind band works, which are staples in educational and professional repertoire globally....