Guest Book Post: 'I was a student of Arthur Cunningham's in the early 70's. To say he was the most influential person in my life is very understated.'

Arthur Cunningham (1928-1997) was an African American composer and pianist who was active in both Classical Music and Jazz throughout his life.  He is profiled at AfriClassical.com, which features a comprehensive Works List by Prof. Dominique-René de Lerma, www.CasaMusicaledeLerma.com.


A post was made in the Guest Book at AfriClassical.com on February 27, 2013:

Thank you so much for compiling all of this wonderful information. I was a student of Arthur Cunningham's in the early 70's. To say he was the most influential person in my life is very understated. I really think he was in some way telepathic. He knew when I walked in the door whether my day had been a good one or not. He would dream his compositions at night, and write  them down the next day, entire orchestras! He had a rooster named Kenneth that would walk around and peck his head to the beat of whatever music you were playing. What a smile he had!  I was a very lucky person to have known him.  Thanks again.  Suzanne Qualmann - Viola, Idaho