Paul Chihara net worth and salary: Paul Chihara is a Composer who has a net worth of $5 Million. Paul Chihara was born in in July 9, 1938. 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.
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🎂 Paul Chihara - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

Currently, Paul Chihara is 86 years, 5 months and 13 days old. Paul Chihara will celebrate 87rd birthday on a Wednesday 9th of July 2025. Below we countdown to Paul Chihara upcoming birthday.

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Popular As	Paul Chihara
Occupation	Composer
Age	86 years old
Zodiac Sign	Cancer
Born	July 9, 1938 (Washington)
Birthday	July 9
Town/City	Washington
Nationality	Washington

🌙 Zodiac

Paul Chihara’s zodiac sign is Cancer. According to astrologers, the sign of Cancer belongs to the element of Water, just like Scorpio and Pisces. Guided by emotion and their heart, they could have a hard time blending into the world around them. Being ruled by the Moon, phases of the lunar cycle deepen their internal mysteries and create fleeting emotional patterns that are beyond their control. As children, they don't have enough coping and defensive mechanisms for the outer world, and have to be approached with care and understanding, for that is what they give in return.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Paul Chihara was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.

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.