Richard Hageman Biography

Fast Facts

• In 1950, he became a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
• A child prodigy, he became the conductor for the Amsterdam Royal Opera Company by the time he was 18 years old
• By the age of six, he was already trained to be a concert pianist
• Frequently collaborated with director John Ford on film projects
• Is primarily known for his adaptation of various folk songs
• After travelling to the United States in order to work as an accompanist, he decided to stay in the country and become a naturalized citizen
• Has served as the National Patron of the professional music fraternity Delta Omicron