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Goddard Lieberson

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Goddard Lieberson was an American music executive and composer, known primarily for his influential role in the recording industry rather than as a performing musician. He was born in 1911 and passed away on May 29, 1977, at the age of 66. Lieberson served as the president of Columbia Records and was instrumental in shaping the classical music recording landscape during the mid-20th century. His contributions helped popularize classical music recordings and expand the reach of recorded music in the United States.

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