PITTSBURGH, PA — Alan Skwarla’s diverse interests made him a well-known figure both in Pittsburgh’s legal, music and educational communities.
Skwarla, 69, of Scott, died on March 12.
A graduate of Duquesne University’s School of Education, Skwarla was a music teacher and band director at several public schools in the Pittsburgh area.
He also graduated from the Duquesne University School of Law and maintained a private practice while also working with the Allegheny County Public Defender’s Office.
According to his obituary, he also founded the Algo Latino Big Band and most recently was a band director for Swinging Bobcats Big Band.