Albert Pearson Stewart | |
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| Born | Sep 15, 1907 Lafayette, IN |
| Died | Jan 27, 1991 West Lafayette, IN |
| Education | Purdue University, DePauw University, American Conservatory of Music |
| Occupation(s) | Founder & Director, Purdue Musical Organizations |
| Years active | 1930-1974 |
| Known for | "There is no fun without music, and no music without fun." |
| Spouse | Charlotte Friend Stewart (Mar. 1933) |
| Website | https://www.purdue.edu/pmo/ |
Beginning in 1933, Albert Pearson Stewart was the first director of the Purdue Musical Organizations.[1] Stewart directed the Purdue Varsity Glee Club, Purduettes, and other singing groups until his retirement in June, 1974. Stewart received an honorary doctoral degree in music from DePauw University and was given the title of director emeritus at Purdue University after retirement.[2][3] Stewart is a beloved figure in Purdue University history.[3]
- ^ "Stewart's 31 Years of Service Have Seen Purdue Glee Club Built Into One of the Best". Lafayette Journal & Courier. Sep 15, 1964. p. 50. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Al Stewart To Receive Honor From DePauw". Lafayette Journal & Courier. Apr 20, 1960. p. 7. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b Norberg, John (Jan 25, 1991). "Purdue legend Al Stewart dies". Lafayette Journal & Courier. pp. 1, 8. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
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