Frederic Rzewski
American pianist and composer
- Born
- 13 April 1938, Westfield
- Died
- 26 June 2021, aged 83
Frederic Anthony Rzewski (April 13, 1938 – June 26, 2021) was an American composer and pianist. He was considered to be one of the most important American composer-pianists of his time. From 1977 on, he lived primarily in Belgium. His major compositions, which often incorporate social and political themes, include the minimalist Coming Together and the theme and variations set The People United Will Never Be Defeated!, which has been called "a modern classic".
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