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Robert S. Baker was an American organist, church musician, and educator who directed the School of Sacred Music at Union Theological Seminary before its closure. In 1973 he moved to Yale University and became the founding director of the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, serving in that role until 1976. His work connected advanced organ and choral training with the study of worship, theology, and the related arts.
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What was Robert S. Baker's role at Yale University?
In 1973 he moved to Yale University and became the founding director of the Yale Institute of Sacred Music. The institute connected advanced study with the wider field of worship and church music.
What did Robert S. Baker direct before Yale?
Before moving to Yale, Baker directed the School of Sacred Music at Union Theological Seminary. That school later closed, after which he continued his work at Yale.
Was Robert Baker an organist or an academic?
He was both a church musician and an educator. His career included directing a sacred-music school and founding an institute at Yale.
When did Robert S. Baker move to Yale?
Baker moved to Yale University in 1973. He then became the founding director of the Yale Institute of Sacred Music.
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