"Composer and 'P.D.Q. Bach' Parodist Peter Schickele Dies at 88"
Peter Schickele, the American composer known for his serious concert music as well as his alter ego, the fictional composer P.D.Q. Bach, has passed away at the age of 88. He composed over 100 symphonic, choral, solo instrumental, and chamber works, and his music was performed by prestigious ensembles and artists. Schickele's comedic persona, P.D.Q. Bach, brought him widespread recognition for his musical parodies and satirical compositions.