Photo courtesy of The Parish of St. Matthew
By SARAH SHMERLING | Editor-in-Chief
A newly composed requiem by St. Matthew’s Parish Director of Music Dwayne Milburn will be performed during service on All Saints’ Day, November 3, at 9 a.m.
“Dr. Milburn has composed original music throughout his career as St. Matthew’s director of music, just as he has composed music during his time as a faculty member of the UCLA Herb Albert School of Music, as music director and conductor of the St. Matthew’s Music Guild, and during his lauded career as commander and conductor of the U.S. Army Europe Band and Chorus,” read a statement. “Dr. Milburn’s inspiration continues to flow through all of his musical endeavors.”
Milburn earned the Legion of Merit during his military service, which is given by Presidential Proclamation for “exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements.” For “furthering good relations” between the U.S. and Germany, Milburn was also awarded the German Army Cross in Silver.
A “talented orchestra and group of vocal soloists” are set to perform Milburn’s original composition in harmony with St. Matthew’s Choir. The Parish of St. Matthew is located at 1031 Bienveneda Avenue.
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