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Old 08-14-2007, 03:40 AM   #49
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Originally Posted by SeattleUte View Post
We can claim him. He lived here for 30+ years, became a U.S. citizen, was influenced by American culture and music, loved America, and incluenced many Americans.

He is a good choice, no doubt. But he would be a better choice if you were looking for the greatest composer from America, as opposed to the best American composer. Does that make any sense?
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