Born in 1832
Leopold Damrosch
Composer and conductor of orchestral music
Born
1832 194 years ago
Died
February 15th, 1885 141 years ago — 53 years old
Born in Germany, a composer and conductor led significant developments in 19th-century American music. Emigrated to the United States in 1871, where conducted the New York Symphony Society and founded the Damrosch Conservatory of Music in New York City. Conducted the New York Philharmonic and introduced works of Wagner and other European composers to American audiences. Inspired many musicians through teachings and performances. Developed a symphonic repertoire that highlighted orchestral music in America.
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