Peter Schickele

Born

July 17, 1935

Died

January 16, 2024 · age 88

From

Ames, Iowa, USA

Peter Schickele (July 17, 1935 – January 16, 2024) was an American bassoonist and composer. He created fictional composer P. D. Q. Bach, which earned him four consecutive Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album (1990 - 1993).