David Raksin
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Summary
David Raksin was born on August 4, 1912[1], in Philadelphia[2]. He died on August 9, 2004[3], in Van Nuys[4]. He worked as a composer[5], film score composer[6], conductor[7], and musician[8]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (484 views/month, #7,220 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[10]
- Field of work: film score[11]
- Employer: University of California, Los Angeles[12], University of Southern California[13]
- Educated at: University of Pennsylvania[14]
- Notable work: Laura[15]
- Award received: Inkpot Award[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Commons category: David Raksin[18]
- Archives at: Library of Congress Music Division[19]
- Family name: Raksin[20]
- Given name: David[21]
- Nominated for: Academy Award for Best Original Dramatic or Comedy Score[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[23]
- Related category: Category:Films scored by David Raksin[24]
Why It Matters
David Raksin has Wikipedia articles in 15 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 16 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was David Raksin born?
David Raksin's place of birth was Philadelphia[2].
Where did David Raksin die?
David Raksin died in Van Nuys[4].
What did David Raksin do for work?
David Raksin worked as a composer[5], film score composer[6], conductor[7], and musician[8].
Where did David Raksin go to school?
David Raksin was educated at University of Pennsylvania[14].
What awards did David Raksin receive?
Honors received include Inkpot Award[16].