Background
Batchman, John Clifford was born on October 3, 1944 in St. Louis. Son of Clifford Hancock and Vera Lee Batchman.
Batchman, John Clifford was born on October 3, 1944 in St. Louis. Son of Clifford Hancock and Vera Lee Batchman.
Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition, St. Louis Institute Music, 1968. Master of Arts in Teaching, Washington University, 1969. Doctor of Education, Washington University, 1977.
Solo recitalist and accompanist, various organizations, since 1950; teacher piano and theory, Alleda Wells School of Music, St. Louis, 1963-1975; music specialist, Webster Groves School District, Missouri, since 1971; member, Arnie June Johnny Trio, St. Louis, 1972-1974; member, Cliff Batchman Group, St. Louis, 1975-1978. Organist, director, organizer 1st Field Force Choir, NHA Trang, Vietnam, 1969-1971. Board directors Webster Groves Symphony Orchestra, 1980-1983.
Organist Berea Presbyterian Church, St. Louis, since 1961 (20 Year Appreciation award 1981, 25 Year Appreciation award 1986), Active Big Brothers of America, St. Louis, 1968-1969. With United States Army, 1969-1971, Vietnam. Member National Education Association, Center for Black Music Research, National Association of Security Dealers.