Robert E. Brown Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Robert Edward "Bob" Brown (1927-2005) was a pioneering American ethnomusicologist known for coining the term "world music". He significantly contributed to the field through his extensive recordings of Indonesian music, which inspired many musicians. Brown studied at notable institutions, earning his doctorate from UCLA in ethnomusicology. He founded the world music program at Wesleyan University and promoted bi-musicality in music education. Throughout his career, he was involved in various music organizations, started the Center for World Music, and bequeathed his extensive collection to the University of Illinois, leading to the establishment of the Robert E. Brown Center for World Music.

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Meaning of the name - Robert

bright fame, shining glory

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April 18, 1927 Facts

Generation Group

Robert E. Brown belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Clinton, New York

Educated At: Ithaca College | Hamilton College | University of California, Los Angeles | Cornell University

Occupation: ethnomusicologist | musicologist | percussionist | university teacher

Employers: San Diego State University | Wesleyan University

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Astrology Analysis

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