Walter Damrosch
Conductor and composer of classical music
Born
January 30th, 1862
163 years ago
Died
1950
75 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1862, a prominent conductor and composer emerged within the American classical music scene. Studied in Europe before immigrating to the United States, where significant contributions were made to music education and composition. Served as conductor of the New York Symphony and conducted the New York Philharmonic. Founded the Damrosch School of Music, contributing to the development of music programs in the country. Composed various orchestral works and operas, with 'Cyrano de Bergerac' being among the most notable.
Conducted the New York Symphony
Founded the Damrosch School of Music
Composed the opera 'Cyrano de Bergerac'
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