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Violet Archer
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Violet Louise Archer (born Balestreri), CM, composer, teacher, pianist, organist, percussionist (born 24 April 1913 in Montréal, QC; died 21 February 2000 in Ottawa, ON). A composer of marked individuality, Violet Archer was widely recognized for her command of both traditional and contemporary music techniques, and for her large and diverse body of work. She composed more than 330 compositions, many of which have been performed in over 30 countries. Her Piano Concerto (1956) is considered one of the finest concertos composed by a Canadian. She was respected internationally for her dedication to bringing 20th century classical music to young audiences and for being a leader among women composers. A Member of the Order of Canada, she received the Alberta Life Achievement Award, the Canadian Music Council's Composer of the Year Award, the Canada 125 Award and the Queen's Silver Jubilee Medal.

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