OUR COMPOSERS

 

William Anderson

 

William Anderson (b. 1945), a graduate of the University of Kansas with BME, MME and DMA degrees, is currently a partner in Anderson Peck Agency, an Independent Insurance Agency in Topeka, Kansas. Dr. Anderson also directs the Chancel Choir at Topeka First Baptist Church and continues to compose vocal music for both youth and adults. Through Choristers Guild, he has two musicals published for younger children: The Troubbable of Zerubbabel, and Daniel.

In 1990, Dr. Anderson and his family were honored as "Musical Family of the Year" by the Kansas State Federation of Music Clubs. His wife, Jane, is currently Director of Music at Topeka First Baptist Church where she directs 8 of their 15 choirs. Jane is also in demand through out the country as a handbell clinician.

The Anderson's have two children, Aaron and Angela, and four grandchildren, the love of their lives.

Dr. Anderson may be contacted at bill@andersonpeck.com.