David Hurd facts for kids
David Hurd was born in 1950. He is a very talented musician. He writes music, plays the organ in concerts, and leads choirs. He also teaches music to others.
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David Hurd's Education and Early Success
David Hurd went to special music schools. He studied at the High School of Music & Art. He also attended the Juilliard School. Both schools are in New York City. He later went to Oberlin College.
Special Awards and Achievements
David Hurd has received special honors. These are called honorary doctorates. They were given to him for his amazing work. These awards recognized his contributions to sacred music. Sacred music is music written for religious services.
In 1977, David Hurd won two big awards. He won first prize for playing the organ. He also won first prize for improvising on the organ. This means he made up music on the spot. He was the only person ever to win both awards in the same year. This happened at the International Congress of Organists.
David Hurd's Career as a Musician
David Hurd taught music for many years. He was a professor at the General Theological Seminary. This school is in New York City. He worked there for 39 years. He also directed music at the Church of the Holy Apostles. He left that role in May 2013.
Current Role in Music
Today, David Hurd is the Director of Music. He works at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin. This church is in Times Square, New York City. He has also worked at other churches. These include Trinity Church and the Church of the Intercession.
David Hurd's Musical Works
David Hurd is a well-known composer. He has written over 100 pieces of music. These include songs for choirs and organ music. His music has been recorded many times. You can find his compositions in the United States and England.
Famous Compositions and Commissions
Many churches and groups ask David Hurd to write new music. One important piece is "Gloria, gloria." The Boys Choir of Harlem performed it. Another work is "O the Depth of Love Divine." This was for a special church event. He also wrote "Arioso & Final" for the organ.
In 2006, he wrote a "Sonata for Saxophone and Organ." This piece was first played in Slovenia. In 2014, he wrote an anthem for St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church. It was based on Psalm 100. David Hurd's church music is in many hymnals. These are books of hymns. The Episcopal Hymnal, 1982, includes his work. He is also a famous African-American classical organist.
Personal Life
David Hurd is an American classical organist.
