Randall Thompson
American composer (1899–1984)
1899 — 1984
Quick Facts
Profession
American composer (1899–1984)
Born
April 21, 1899
Died
1984 (age ~85)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
composer, conductor, musicologist
United StatesBorn in New York CityDied in Boston
1899
Born in New York City (1899-04-21)
1925
AwardRome Prize
1929
AwardGuggenheim Fellowship
1930
AwardGuggenheim Fellowship
1984
Died in Boston
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Randall Thompson?+
Randall Thompson is American composer (1899–1984). Born in 1899.
What does the name Randall mean?+
The name Randall means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: A - variant of Randolph, preserved as a surname and revived in the twentieth century.". It is of English origin.
When was Randall Thompson born?+
Randall Thompson was born on April 21, 1899.
When did Randall Thompson die?+
Randall Thompson died in 1984, at approximately 85 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: A - variant of Randolph, preserved as a surname and revived in the twentieth century.
The name Randall is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: A - variant of Randolph, preserved as a surname and revived in the twentieth century.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Randall
Randall — April 21, 1899
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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Respect.
— .
I use your work to teach. Pure genius, every note.
— a music teacher
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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