Background
Welcher, Dan Edward was born on March 2, 1948 in Rochester, New York, United States. Son of Jack Elwood and Carol (Sherman) Welcher.
Welcher, Dan Edward was born on March 2, 1948 in Rochester, New York, United States. Son of Jack Elwood and Carol (Sherman) Welcher.
Bachelor of Medicine, Eastman School Music, 1969; performer's certified, Eastman School Music, 1969; Master of Music, Manhattan School Music, 1972.
Principal bassoonist, Louisville Orchestra, 1972-1978; assistant professor music, U. Louisville, 1973-1978; associate professor music, University Texas, Austin, 1978-1990; professor music, University Texas, Austin, since 1992; composer in residence, Honolulu Symphony Orchestra, 1990-1993. Music panelist Texas Commision on the Arts, Austin, 1983-1985. Assistant conductor Austin Symphony Orchestra, 1980-1990.
With United States Army, 1969-1972. Member American Society Composers, Authors and Publications (standard award since 1976), American Federation Musicians, Chamber Music American (board directors 1988-1991), Texas Composer's Forum (vice president 1987-1989).
Married Ann Marden McCutchan, Sept.18, 1982.