RIP Francis McBeth

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RIP Francis McBeth

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I had the incredible opportunity to take 5 conducting lessons with Francis McBeth. They were a wonderful experience and I learned so much. We were not best friends, merely acquaintances, but today my heart mourns his loss. RIP W. Francis McBeth.
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R.I.P., W. Francis McBeth
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He wrote some fine music for wind ensemble/concert band.
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bloke wrote:talented man, funny man, nice man.
All very true!
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What a loss. RIP, WF McBeth.
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He came to my HS twice to conduct and I do not remember a more musical experience. He was also a wonderful human being who could get on anyone's level, even mine. I nearly went to Ouachita soley because of him. He will be missed.
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