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For distinguished musical composition in the larger forms of chamber, orchestral or choral music, or for an operatic work (including ballet), performed or published during the year by a composer of established residence in the United States, Five hundred dollars ($500).

The Crucible, by Robert Ward

For an opera in three acts, libretto by Bernard Stambler, based on the play by Arthur Miller. First performed at New York City Center, on October 26, 1961 by the New York City Opera Company.

Winning Work

The Crucible is presented here in a 1990 Albany Records recording by the New York City Opera.

The Jury

William Bergsma

Juilliard School of Music

Paul Henry Lang

Columbia University

Winners in Music

Walter Piston

First performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra on February 10, 1961, and commissioned by the Philadelphia Orchestra Association.

John LaMontaine

First performed in Washington, D.C. by the National Symphony Orchestra on November 25, 1958.

Samuel Barber

An opera in four acts, libretto by Gian-Carlo Menotti. First presented January 15,1958, at the Metropolitan Opera House.

1962 Prize Winners

Thomas M. Storke

For his forceful editorials calling public attention to the activities of a semi-secret organization known as the John Birch Society.