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Kozuch, Thaddeus
Pianist. Professor. Composer. Born in Chicago, Ill., the son of Valentine Kozuch. Made his first debut in 1937 in Chicago. Studied composition under Anderson, Dunkelberger and Gruenberg. Won a first prize in the contest of young musicians of Chicago in 1939. Composed: "The Mask of the Red Death," composition for choir and ballet, based on Edgar Poe's story. Composed a "Rhapsody," violin composition based on Polish themes for which he was awarded the first prize of 200 dollars in 1938 by the Council of the American Poles. Engaged as a professor at Central College. Y.M.C.A., Chicago, Ill. Address: 266 W. Lake St., Oak Park, Ill.

From: "Who's Who in Polish America" by Rev. Francis Bolek, Editor-in-Chief; Harbinger House, New York, 1943

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