Paul Chihara is a Japanese-American composer with a net worth of $5 million. Born in 1938, he is known for his concert works and film scores. He was hired as the first composer-in-residence of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra during the tenure of conductor Neville Marriner.
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💰 Net worth: $5 Million (2024)
Paul Chihara, a renowned composer hailing from Washington, has achieved remarkable success in his career. With his exceptional talent and dedication to music, Chihara's net worth is estimated to reach an impressive $5 million by 2024. Throughout his illustrious career, he has composed for numerous films, television shows, and theatrical productions, earning him critical acclaim and a vast fanbase. From his unique ability to captivate audiences with his compositions, Chihara has solidified his position as one of the most influential composers in the industry.
About
Japanese-American composer known for his concert works and film scores. The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra hired him as its first composer-in-residence during the tenure of conductor Neville Marriner.
Before Fame
He received a Master's degree in English literature from Cornell University. While in Paris, he was a student under Gunther Schuller.
Trivia
His first film score was for Roger Corman's "Death Race 2000," which was released in 1974. He also worked on "China Beach," "Simon & Simon," "MacGruder and Loud," and many other film and television productions.
Family Life
He and his family were Japanese Americans who were forced into an internment camp in Minidoka, Idaho, during World War II. He and his wife Carol both became accomplished viola players.
Associated With
He taught famous film composer James Horner at UCLA.
