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VTb&t Has Woman Accomplished in Music 7
This question, frequently asked in a pessimistic way,
the following pages will attempt to answer.
"Woman has accomplished comparatively more in the
field of music than is generally known, though nature,
so far s lias not produced a woman composer whose compo-
sitions will compare with the works of the great masters.
But let us ask, how many of the numerous composers of
the sterner sex have proven themselves real Titans of
music ? Few indeed, these come only in a cycle of years.
Why then have women been less numerous in a field
where one would think their natural inclinations would
lead them ?
The principal reason, I believe, has been the fact that
women have only recently entered seriously this field of
art, while man has for centuries developed his intellect
and emotion in such a direction.
We must consider, that scarcely fifty years ago,
music, with very few exceptions, was never seriously at-
tempted as a study by women ; not from any disinclina-
tion for or want of capacity to understand the science,
but because the subjects of harmony and counterpoint,
bad. hitherto been considered outside the province of
women's education, and the acquirement of such knowl-
edge, other than as a pastime, would have been regarded
as a mental aberration.
It is only within the last 10 15 years that the preju-
dice which excluded women from studying the violin,
cello and other stringed and wind instruments has been
overcome. Previous to 1876 no female students of the
violin were admitted at the High School, I^ondon.
For a long time women were not permitted to com-
pete for prizes or receive diplomas at Kuropean Conser-
vatories and Colleges. When Elizabeth Sterling pace-
in.
seated her beautiful CXXX Psalm for five voices and
orchestra to Oxford for the degree of Mus. Bac., the de-
gree, although the work was accepted, and its merit
acknowledged, could not be given for want of power to
fvuftr the stime itpon a woman.
Is it then to be wondered at that women's work in
music has shown comparatively small results ? If practice
not only improves, but increases capacity, and opportu-
nity makes while it also develops the musician, what
opportunities have woman had of becoming musicians
from the time of Palestrina to the middle of the igih
century ?
They were taught music as a pastime, and then only
in its most primitive form, their musical studies seldom
advancing beyond playing the lute and kindred instru-
ments. They had no incentives to composition, the
church even discouraging women , throughout mediaeval
times, and by actual prohibition in the i6th. century, to
take any active musical part in its service.
Not many years have passed , when to be told that a
composition was the work of a woman , was equivalent to
its condemnation beforehand.
The scarcity of women's work in music in the past is
therefor not owing to their inability to grasp and apply
the science, but it may rather be attributed to prejudice
and the rules of fashion and custom, which so long de-
terred her from entering this field of useful and profit-
able work and study.
That such prejudice against women's work must have
temled to depress and discourage, is certain, and is best
shown by the fact of many women composers concealing
their identity under male noms-de-plume on the title
pages of their compositions.
Augusta Holmes published works as "Herman
Zenta "*, Mme. de Grandval used several (Clement Val-
grand, etc}, lime. La Hye signed as " Leon St. Amans ",
IV.
Mrs. John Macfarren as kk Jules Brissac ", Mrs. Roeckel
as " Jules de SIvrai ", and so forth.
Others again published their names on their works
with only the Initials of their Christian names prefixed,,
like Farrenc, Chaminade (in her earlier works . Lebeau,
Ethel 31. Smyth (Mass in D; and man y others, even to
the present day.
It must therefor be considered a great point gained,
that it is no longer looked upon as an eccentricity for
women to compose. The advance of their work in music
is becoming more and more creditable from year to year.
To-day, where opportunity is offered in all fields, they
are demonstrating their ability in many directions, in
music particularly.
And why not? They are eminently fitted physically
and intellectually to follow music both as a study and an
accomplishment. The emotional element is very strong
In women stronger perhaps than in men, and this force
is a desideratum when considered in its relation to music*
If, therefor, we are to admit the well -accepted scien-
tific laws of evolution, it is likely that the new century
may produce as great musical composers among women
as it has in the past among men.
In compiling this work I have tried to make the
same as complete as possible, hence names have been,
included, which may seem to have but slight claim to
recognition, but In order to make the work as representa-
tive as possible, no composer, however slight her claim to
fame may have been, has been overlooked. Omissions,
no doubt, will be found, but these have been uninten-
tional, and the author will gratefully acknowledge all
corrections and information.
In order to give a complete outline of Woman's
Work in Music, writers and works of musical literature
have been included.
V.
As an illustration of woman's work in music, the
following statistics 11133- be of interest :
Composers of Symphonies and other Important
Orchestral Works.
Andree, Backer - Givndahl, Beach, Cnaml>erlayne,
Claaminade, Davies, Farrene, Grandval, Greene,
Holmes, Haendel de Cronentnal, Hundt, Horrocks,
Korn, Lang, Lebeau, llarie of Saxe-Gotha, Marshall,
Martinez, Maury, Mayer, Moody, Prescott, A. M.
Smith, Stollwerk, Swepstone, Tyrell, \Vurm.
OPERAS.
Agnesi, Asperi, Beanmesnil, Bertin, Caccini, Ca-
sella, Correr, Ferrari, Folville, Gail, Goetze, Grand-
val, Guenin, Guerre, Henn, Haendel de Cronenthal,
Heritte-Viardot, Holmes, Laguerre, Loder, Maistre,
Morison, Paradise, Perriere-Pilte, Seneke, Skinners,
Smyth. Sourget, Uccelli, Walter.
OPERETTAS.
Amalia of Saxony, Bottini, Bronsart; Candeille,
Carmichael, Caroline, Dell ^ Aqua, Gabriel, Gallon!,
Gray, Gretry, Harraden, Harrison, Jacques, Kinkel,
X*a Hye, L,onis, Marshall, Morgan, Muller-Gallenhofer,
Munktel, Puget, Sainte Croix, Simon-Candeille, Tem-
ple, Viardot-Garcia, \Vuiet, Young.
MASSES, REQUIEMS, ETC.
Beach, Bottini, Bruckenthal, Callegari, Carmichael,
Derheimerj Grandval, Guerre, Henn } La Hye, Leon-
ardo, Maistre, Martinez, Neuville, Nnnn, Pessiak,
Smyth, White.
ORATORIOS.
Bartholomew, Boyce, Carissan 5 Ellicott, Grandval,
Linwood. ilartines, Mundella.
VI.
CHAMBER MUSIC.
Andree, Benfey, Blahetka, Bright, Candeiile,
Chamberlayne, Chaniinade, Ellicott, Farrenc, Grand-
val, Haenel, Hendricli Merta, Hensel, Heritte-Viardot,
HorrockSj Hood, Japha, Kanzler, Kern, Krallk, Lang t
Lebeau, Liebmann, Loder, Mayer, Moody, 3Ineller-
Gallenhofer, Orger, Paradies, Prescott, Rogers, San-
ders, Santa Colotna, Schumann, Slnnen, Sourget^
Swepstone, Taite, Van Buren.
CANTATAS, AND OTHER LARGE CHORAL WORKS.
Amersford-Dyck, Anna Amalia, Andree, Barker,
Bartholomew, Beach, Becker, Bottinij Bruckenthal,
Cozzolani, Delaval, Ellicott, Ferrari, Gabriel, Grand-
val, Guerre, Guest, Harraden, Hartland, Heale,
Heritte-Viardot, Holland, Holmes, Horrocks, Lago,
Lebeau, Mariani, Marshall, Mayer, Meyer, Paradise,
Patterson, Plitt, Prescott, Robert-Mazel, Saint-Didier,
Sain ton Dolb\% A. M. Smith, Stirling, Swepstone,
Taylor, Vigny, Zimmermann.
VIOLIM AND PIASiO.
Beach, Blahetka, Bright, Bronsart, Bruckenthal,
Candeille, Careno, Charnberlayne, Charninaile, Cian-
chettini, Clement, Davies, Ellicott, Erdmansdorfer,
Farrenc, Folville, Grandval, Gyde, Harraden, Heale,
Holmberg, Hood, Hundt, Horrocks, Kalkhof, Klet-
zinsky, Lawrence, Lebeau, Lebrun, Liebmann, Loder,
Macironi, Maier, Mayer, Molique, Xeuville, O'Key,
Oliver, Parke, Pittman, Rogers, Sanders, Sinnen,
Swepstone, Taylor, Troup, Valentine, Worm, Zim-
mermann.
CELLO AMD PIANO.
Blahetka, Bronsart, Bruckenthal, Chaminade,
Creti, Danziger, Helnke, Haenel, Horrocks, Lleb-
VII.
maun, Mayer,, Orger, Rogers, Seipt, Swepstone,
"White, Wurrn, Zim merman n.
FLUTE AND PIANO.
Blahetka, Bright, Farenc, Creti, Grandval.
CLARINETTE AMD PJA1Q.
Kralimer, Marshall, A. M. Smith.
HOR9I AMD PIANO.
Cliazal, La Hye.
CONCERTOS, ETC., WITH ORCHESTRAL ACCOMP.
Backer-Grondahl. Beach, Blaietka, Borton, Bot-
tini. Bright, Bronsart Cliaminade, Cianchettini, Jael-
Trautmann, Kauth, La Roche, Lebeau, Lechambre,
Martinez, Orger ? Parke, Prescott, Schaden, Wurrn.
Tin.
Jiarup (Gala). Contemporary Swedish composer, resid-
ing in America. Writer of the songs: Life, In ex-
planation. To "be alone, At dawn, Tlie summer wind,
etc. Also various piano compositions.
Abrams (Harriet). English composer and vocalist.
Bom 1760; died about 1825. Pupil of the celebrated
Dr. Arne. Her works consist of a collection of
''Scotch Airs, harmonized for three voices '% pub-
lished 1790, and a u Collection of Songs ", which
were issued 1787. A number of glees and songs were
also published about this time.
Abbott (Jane Bingham). Composer of the songs: Just
for to-day, My soul what hast thou done, etc.
Adams (Mrs. Crosby). American contemporary com-
poser of piano music (Five tone sketches. Barcarolle,
Tone picture, etc. j.
Adelung (Olga). German composer and zither player.
Published a number of compositions for this instru-
ment.
Agnes! (Maria Teresa). Italian composer. Born at
Milan, 1724, where she died about 1780. An excel-
lent pianist and dramatic composer. Her operas,
"Snfontebe", "Insubria comolata*\ " Giro in Arme-
m'<?" and tl ^fitocri" t met with, decided success in
various Italian cities. Agnesi is also the author of a
number of cantatas and choral works, several con-
certos and sonatas for piano.
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Afaiefeldt (Countess of). German composer. Born
about the middle of the iSth century. An excellent
pianist. Of her various compositions the grand
ballet, ** TelemacJi und G f alypso'\ was printed 1794
at Leipzig.
Aleottf (Vittoria). Bom at Argenta, Italy, about 1560.
Her father was Giovanni Batist Aleotti, the cele-
brated architect. Her compositions consist of a
number of madrigals and sacred works, of which a
collection, comprising 21 of her best compositions,
were published by her father at Venice, 1593. The
title of this collection is li Ghirlanda dei madrigali a
4 voci."
Alexandra Josephowna (Grandduchess of Russia).
Author of " Psalms for Soli, mixed chorus and orches-
tra'* (performed at St. Petersburg, 1886), and other
church music. Also a number of piano compositions
for 4 hands (Bolers ; Defile March, etc.).
Alexandrowa (A ?). Russian vocalist. Bom at St.
Petersburg, 1835. Eminent opera and concert singer,
and an excellent pianist and composer of a number of
songs of merit.
Allen (Alice Maud). Author of "Germany's famous
composers."
AHItsen (Frances). Contemporary English composer.
Has written incidental music to "F Inter ieur," and
numerous songs } the best known are: Be my star,
Before we part, Bygones, Lord is my light, Calvary,
Love is a bubble, Warning, Apart for evermore,
Diamonds hast thou. Also a set of u 8 Songs, from
poems of Heine," which are highly recommended.
Am af la Anna ^ Duchess of Saxe Weimar) . Born at Bruns-
wick, Oct. 24, 1739; ^^ April 10, 1807. Her teachers
in music were the conductors of the ducal chapel at
Weimar. She composed incidental music to Goethe's
melodrama of " Erwui and EltniraJ* a notice of which
is found In the journal ^Teutscherllerkur** of Hay,
1776.
Amaffe (Marie Friederike, Princess of Saxony, sister of
King John of Saxony). Bom at Dresden, Aug. 10,
1794; died there Sept. 18, 1870. Author of 14 operas,
of which, the following may be mentioned : * * 1! fglio
pcrduto," se II jMarc7t8irw," li La ttisa di sabitata,"
t Una donna," " Le t?e centuri," ** Die SiegisfaJtne
* f Der Rtnonemcftitm." Besides her dramatic com-
positions she "wrote a Stabat Jftifer, and other church
music.
Am a nn (Josephine). German composer. Has published*
a number of piano compositions (Impromtu opus 20,
etc.).
Ames (Mrs. Henry). English composer. Author of a
number of pleasing arias and part songs (Good-bye to
Winter, When the rosy morn, etc.).
Amersfoodt-Dyk (Hermine). German composer. Is the
author of the cantata *' Grottes Allgegenicart" for soli,
chorus and orchestra, published by F. Hofmelsterj
Leipzig.
Anna Amalie (Princess of Prussia, sister of Frederic the
Great). Born Nov. 9, 1723; died at Berlin, March 30,
1787. Was, like her brother > a talented musician.
She wrote the cantata " Der Tod Jesu. " Of her com-
positions Kahnt (Leipzig) publishes in his organ col-
lection the " Cecilia," a trio for the organ. Her very
valuable collection of music and manuscripts she pre-
sented to the Joachlmthal gymnasium at Berlin. Her
teacher was Kimbergerj the eminent theorist
Arsdersen-Boker (Orleana). Born at New York, 1831.
Received a thorough musical education her teacher
being the late Professor H. Timm. She arranged
in excellent style for two pianos eight hands, the
first Symphony of Mendelssohn, Spohr's "Double
Symphony, M and the same author's " Historical Sym-
phony." Spohr has spoken very highly of these
arrangements .
An dree (Elfrida). Talented Swedish composer. Born at
"Wisby, 1841. Cathedral organist at Gothenburg.
Wrote the cantata " Snufried" for soli, chorus and
orchestra; a quintet for piano, two violins, viola and
cello, besides various other works for orchestra,
organ, voice, etc., all of which show decided talent.
An organ symphony is published in Augener & Co. 's
Ceciliaa Collection, book 43. At the International
3iusical Competition, held a few years ago at Brus-
sels, she was awarded the first prize over 77 competi-
tors. She also gained prizes for a string quintet, and
for a composition for organ and military band.
Andrews (Mrs. John Holman, nee Jenny Constant).
English composer. Born 1817; died at London,
April 29, 1878. Published a set of "Two-part vocal
exercises, '* also a number of songs, among which
may be mentioned : A legend of the Avon, Adieu
etc. ; also a number of piano pieces (Nocturne, etc. ).
Andrus (Helen Josephine). American composer and
organist. Native and resident of Poughkeepsie, N.
Y. Pupil of Dr. F. I<. Hitter, and graduate of Vassar
College School of Music, where she was awarded the
degree of J/u*. Bai. Her compositions consist of a
cantata with organ and string accompaniment, several
organ compositions, various piano pieces, several
anthems and other church music, duets and songs.
Appiani (Eugenia.. Italian composer of piano music, of
-which Ricordi publishes the following : Ballatta nell
Rigoleto 3 Fantasie Profeta, Fantasie Rigoletta, Melo-
dia di Bellini, II Lamento della Mendicante, Scherzo,
etc.
Arago (Mme. Victoria). French composer, who lived
during the reign of King Louis Phillipe. Her cMn-
SHU*, "being of the same character as tliose by Clapis-
son, Masial, Henrion, etc., were In great favor with
the public. For a number of years Meissonier of
Paris published annually an * 4 Album de Romances."
Arkwrigt (3Irs. Robert). English, song writer, sister of
Felicia Heraans, the poetess. She is the composer of
a number of songs which were quite popular In their
clay. Among these there are: The sailor's grave,
Repentance, Treasures of the deep, The messenger
"birds, etc. She died 1849.
Armstrong (Annie). English composer of songs, of
which may be mentioned: The weaver's daughter.
Just a song, True hearts, etc. Published also t Little
Lays for Little Lassttt."
Arnlm (Bettina von). Gentian writer. Bom at Frank-
fort o. M., April 4, 1785; died at Berlin, Jan. 20, 1859.
Sister of the poet Clemens Brentano. Published a
number of songs, besides various writings on music,
Asbury (Alice). American writer. Itorn at Quincy, 111.,
1848. Published an excellent translation of H. Men-
del's biography of Meyerbeer.
Hsperl (Ursula). Italian composer. Born at Rome, 1807.
Received a thorough musical education, her teacher
being Fioravanti. Of her various compositions the
most important are her operas, of -which si Le Aien~
ture di unn Giornata" (first performance 1827), and.
" I ' Pirata ' * (1843), were the most successful. During
the season of 1859 she conducted successfully the
orchestra at one of the minor theatres at Florence,
showing great skill and aptitude for the position.
Ussandra (Catterina). Italian composer. Bom about
1580. Wrote a number of compositions , of which a
" Veni sancte Sglritus'* for t\vo voices, is highly
spoken of.
Atherton (Grace). Composer of songs.
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Aubigney von Engelbronncr (Nina d'). German writer.
Bom at Cassel, 1777 ; died at Bombay, India. The
youngest of two sisters -who were talented writers of
English, German and Italian songs. Author of an
excellent little work on singing : 1 4 Letters to Natalie. ' *
Dudley (Madame E.)- French writer, and author of
" I^ouis van Beethoven, his life and works, with num-
erous documents", (Paris, 1867), and "Franz Schu-
bert, his life and works, (Paris, 1871)." Published
during 1869 a series of articles on * * Bellini ".
Augusta (Marie Louise). The late Empress of Germany
showed considerable musical talent, her teachers
being Hummel (piano) and H. Schmidt (theory).
Among her compositions may be mentioned an Over-
ture, the music to the ballet t4 Dk Masker adt ", also
a number of songs, and various marches, one of
which has been adopted as Army March No. 102.
Ay Jin (Valborg). Danish composer. Has written a num-
ber of vocal compositions, among them three cho-
ruses, which gained first prizes at a musical contest
at Copenhagen.
An rcn hammer 0osef a) , Austrian composer and pianist.
Born at Vienna, 1776, where she died 1841. Talented
pianist, pupil of Mozart and Kotzeluch, and famous
for her extemporising. For many years she gave
annual concerts at Vienna, which were always well
patronized. Mozart spoke highly of her technique.
Her compositions consist of about 60 works of differ-
ent character.
Auspitz-SCoIar (Auguste). Bohemian composer. Born
at Prague s 1843, and died at Vienna, Aug. 23, 1878.
She was an excellent pianist, pupil of the celebrated
Smetana, and of Proksch and Madame Claus-Szarvady
at Paris. Her compositions consist of a number of
piano pieces and songs.
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Jlus der Ohe (Adele). German contemporary pianist and
composer, pupil of Liszt and Kullak. Published
various vocal and instrumental compositions, among
which ma}- be named: Suites for Piano, an "Etude
de Concert", and the songs: Thistle down, After
sorrow's night, I begged a kiss, etc.
Austen (Augusta Amberst;. English composer and or-
ganist. Born at London, Aug. 2 S 1827 ; died at Glas-
gow, Aug. 5, 1877. Pupil of the Royal Academy of
Music. Author of a number of songs, hymn-tunes,
etc.
Jtylward (Florence j. English contemporary song writer.
Of her vocal compositions the following are best
known: Sweetheart's still, I wander alone, \Vitchery,
My white roe, Day dawn, Mavouraeen.
Bach (Constance). Contemporary English writer and
composer. Bom at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Trans-
lator of numerous works (Liszt's Letters, Billow's
Letters, various opera librettos, etc.); also composer
of several songs.
Each ma nn (Elise). German composer. Bom at Zanm-
burg, May 23, 1838. Studied with Prof. J. Lobe, the
celebrated theorist, and received a thorough musical
education. Published a considerable number of piano
compositions of a light order, a melodrama "Die
Jlncht der Mmik ", and a number of songs.
Bach man n (Judith). German composer and pianist, who
flourished about 1790 at Vienna. Artaria published
1796 a ** Sonata in D, pour le Clavecin "; also a num-
ber of Fugnes for the organ. The " Wiener Jahr-
biicher der Tonkunst " speak of her as an exception-
ally fine player.
Baer (Louisa). German composer of songs (op. 4, 8, etc.,
published at Leipzig^.
Bagltoncella (Francescaj. Italian composer. Born at
Perugia during the XVI. century. Author of a num-
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ber of pretty madrigals and songs that were popular
in their time.
Backer-Grondah! (Afeathe). Norwegian composer. Bom
at Holmestrand, Dec. i, 1847. Her first teacher was
a Miss With of Christian ia, with whom she studied
for two years, continuing with Otto Winter Hjelm,
and in 1860 with. Halfdan Kjenilf (piano) and L. ]VI.
Lindeman (theory).
In 1863 she studied with Kullak and Wuerst.
During 1875 three months were spent with H. von
Billow, finishing her studies with Liszt at Weimar.
In 1875 married O. A. Grondahl, her former singing
teacher, taking up her residence at Christiania, where
she is considered to be one of the most influential
musical authorities.
She is an honorary member of the Svendsen Quar-
tet Society, of the Choral Institution for Sacred
31uslc, member of the Royal Swedish Academy, and
recipient of the Ro3*al Swedish gold medal, "Pro
Littru et Artibus "
Her works, although not numerous, are of sterling
merit. Special mention must be made of a beautiful
S'titt\ op. 20, which is of striking originality, the
Gavotte, Minuetto and Finale skillfully written and
delightfully fresh.
Another meritorious work is her Andaitte for piano
and orchestra, and a Srfttrso for orchestra, which, is
frequently to be found on concert programs.
Of her other works may be mentioned a set of
C{ Etudes de Concert", op. n, that are very pretty ;
Four "Skizzen ", op. 19 ; Trois 31orceaux, op. 15 (of
which the 4 * Humoresque " is a fine concert study);
Allegro, Alhumblatt and Impromtu, op. 35 ; Fanta-
siestacke, op, 56 ; 3 Htudes Hongroise, op. 38 ; Hum-
oresque in G minor (favorite of Roger-Miclos), etc.
Her songs are reviewed by eminent critics as being
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"of charming originality and full of poetic feeling/'
The piano accompaniments to all have a distinct in-
dividuality, and require a skillful* player.
A number of her songs are published in album
form.
Ball -' Mrs. Ida TV.) American composer. Born in Dallas
Co., Ala., iS5i, and educated at Judson Female Insti-
tute, Marion, Ala. An excellent pianist, and author
of a number of vocal and instrumental compositions.
Badarczewska (Thekla;. Polish composer. Born at
"Warsaw, 1838, where she died 1862. Author of a
number of light melodious piano pieces, several, like
''Maiden's Prayer", attaining a remarkable large
sale.
Bajon freal name Louis). Polish writer of the XVIII.
century. Published a number of vocal and instru-
mental compositions.
Barlona fMadelka S.j. German composer, who lived
during the XVI. century. The Royal Library at
Munich contains of her works the collection : *' S*p-
tri/i P&tlmi pitftitie/tfiitlts 5 rfn'i:jfi"\ which was en-
graved and published at Altdorf, 1586.
Barker (Laura Wilson). English contemporary composer
of songs, of which the following deserve mention :
To daffodils, Home of my youth. The miller's daugh-
ter, etc.
Of her more important works may be mentioned a
Sonata for violin and piano f iS6oj; music to u As tji*u
Ul'r it '* f iSSo), and the cantata " Enunc '\
In colaboration with her husband Tom Taylor, she
has published ** Btil'atls and Bungs of Brittany*'
( London, 1865).
Barnard (Mrs. Charles). English song writer. Bom
1834 ; died at Dover, Jan. 30, 1869.
This lad}-, best known by her adopted author's
name of '' Clarifa!", was the writer of numerous
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pleasing ballads, many of which attained an extra-
ordinary popularity, songs like "\\Ved better bide a
wee", and "Come back to Erin" being known all
over the world.
Although laying no claim to be considered works
of art, ClaribeFs songs by their pretty melodies and
their illustrations of homely events deservedly met
popular favor.
Barnes (Bertha L.). Composer of piano music (op. 2
Traumereij op. 3 The Arago, op. 4 Pensee Fugitive,
op. 5 Tyrolienne, etc.).
Barnett '(Emma). English contemporary pianist" and
composer. Born in London. Made her debut at the
Crystal Palace Saturday concerts, Feb. 28, 1874, play-
ing Beethoven's piano concerto in G. Her own com-
positions are chiefly for the pianoforte, but include a
few songs.
Baroni-Cavafcabo (Julie von). Polish composer. Born
at Lemberg, Oct. 16, 1813 ; died at Graz, Styria, July
3, 1887. She was a brilliant pianist, her teacher
being a son of the great Wolfgang Mozart, \V. A.
Mozart^ Jr., a very able musician and teacher.
Schumann had a very high opinion of Baroni-Caval-
cabo's musical attainments, and dedicated to her his
" Humoreafa ' 7 op. 20. Several of her works he re-
viewed very favorably in " MHXIG and Musicians ".
Of her "Second Caprice" op. 12, he speaks as
"being full of life, vivacity, fresh and rhythmical
throughout, and with delicate workmanship".
Her fantasie "Adieu et le Retour" op. 25, Schu-
mann reviews as being a work in which the two
movements are " highly original, characteristic, and
scarcely offering a weak point for attack ".
Her compositions consist of the following piano
works :
Opus I . Caprice in F minor ; op. 3, Sonata in B ;
op. 4 Fantasie in G minor ; op. 5 Introduction and
Rondeau ; op. S Allegro di Bravura ; op. 12 Second
Caprice ; op. 18 Third Caprice ; op. 19 Fantasie in
G ; op. 25 Adieu et le Retour ; op. 26 An bord dn
Lac (very charming '1 ; op. 27 Nocturne ; etc.
Her vocal compositions are as follows : Op. 6
Grabesrose; op. 9 Lebe wchl; op. n Der Unge-
nannten ; op. 13 Reiterlied ; op. 17 Es segelt auf
Sllberwogen ; op. 20 Abschied ; op. 22 Warum ; etc.
Schumann speaks of these as being 4t Almost the
best that have lately appeared in the imperial city
(Vienna } , though others may be more popular there ' ' .
Bartalotti (Signora). Italian composer. Published 1764.
the ballet music to the opera " Dario "".
Bartholomew (Ann Sheppard, nee Monnsey). English-
composer, organist and pianist. Bom at London,.
April 17, 1811; died in London, June 24, 1891. Pupil
of Logier, under whose tuition she made such rapid
progress, that Spohr in his autobiographic makes
mention of her remarkable precocity (1820).
During 1843 she gave a series of classical sacred
concerts at London, for one of which Mendelssohn
wrote his celebrated " Hear my Prayer *'.
In 1855 she composed the oratorio of *' tte Nativ-
ity ", which was successfully performed in the same
year under the direction of Mr. Hullah at St. Mar-
tin's Hall, London.
Other works are : Sacred cantata, " Supplication
and Thanksgiving ", dedicated to H.R.H. the Princess
of Wales (1864); " J7s Young Vocalist", arranged
from classical authors (1867); "Hymn* of Prayer ajid
Praise""; "Holy TfiougJits", arranged as juvenile
sacred songs (1875 ) ; s * 34 Original Tunes and Hymns ' *
(1883); etc.
Also a number of well written part songs, among
which may be mentioned six four- part songs, op, 37.
Of tier numerous songs space permits only the
mentioning of : When da} T has fled, The bridesmaid,
The warrior's love, The wedding day, Lady mine,
Questions, etc. A setting of six songs, by Shakes-
peare, Poe, etc., was published at London, 1882.
Barth (Elisej. Bohemian composer and talented pianist.
Born at Prague about 1800, where she received an
excellent musical education from the celebrated
Dyonys Weber, Published a number of piano com-
positions.
Bate (Mrs. J. D.). English musician. Compiler of "The
North India Tune Book, containing Bhajans and
Ghazals, with native tunes", London, 1886.
Batta (Clementine]. German composer. A "Melodie
Religeuse" for voice, piano, cello and organ is pub-
lished at Mayence.
Baudissin (Sofie, Countess of). German composer, re-
siding at Dresden. An excellent pianist, pupil of
Pixis and Henselt.
Of her various compositions the following are
printed: u Variations", for two pianos four hands;
a set of songs with cello obligate, numbered opus 4,
5 and 6 ; three etudes for piano (A, C and G) ; valse
brillante ; six songs without words ; three nocturnes ;
characteristic pieces, opus 1 1 ; etc.
Bauer (Catharinaj. German composer. Bom 1785 at
Wurzburg. Published twelve Variations pour le
Clavecin Offenbach, 1798; op. 2 twelve Variations
os kt Lieschen nur wollte "; op. 3 twelve Variations ;
etc,
Bayer (Charlotte). German composer. Compositions
consist of : Op. 4 six morceaux ; op. 5 three songs;
op. 6 three songs ; op. 7 three songs ; op. 15 six
songs; op. 16 six children's songs; op. 20 five
songs ; op. 22 three piano pieces ; op. 24 six piano
pieces; etc.
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(Katharine ). German composer of songs (op. 3,
\ two songs from Scheffel's k *Trompeter'"; op. 6 four
,J songs ; op. 7 two songs ; op. 9 ballade ; etc.
Bawr (Alexandra Sofia, Comtesse de) daughter of the
Count Youry de Champ-Grand, Bom at Stuttgart,
\ Germany, 1776. Settled while quite young with her
^T* parents at Paris, where she received a thorough musi-
? ( f cal education, her principal teachers "being Gretry In
composition, and Boieldieu, Elkvion and Garat In
singing. She is the author of a large number of
"Romances' 1 ' that attained great popularity during
the period of the French revolution.
Pessard of Paris published in 1823 her recollections,
*' 31i $ S>mc<.idr& "\ which contains much valuable in-
formation as to Gretry and other celebrated contem-
porar\* artists. She died at Paris, Dec. 31, 1860,
DIdittr, Paris, published in 1861 a "biography by lime.
JEUise Gagne : " Jj-tdtime dt JStitct', etude biugraphtque
sur sa Tit 1 ft StS u'icrttfjts ".
Bayer (Mademoiselle A.j. Austrian composer. Lived
about 1795 at Vienna, where a number of her songs
and piano pieces were published.
Beach ^Mrs. H. H. A. , maiden name Amy ilarcy Cheney ) ,
who must be ranked, without doubt, as the foremost
American woman composer, was bom at Hennlkerj
X. H., Sept 5, 1867.
Her early studies in music were encouraged and
directed by her talented mother. In answer to an
inquiry as to her teachers, Mrs. Beach wrote as fol-
lows : 4k 3Iy instruction in orchestration, composition,
J^ counterpoint and fugue has been acquired alone, with-
0$ out teacher, through the faithful study of standard
^> treatises on counterpoint, fugue and other depaxt-
*j ments of musical theory, as well as the works of
Berlioz and Gevaert on orchestration, which I have
translated from the original, In addition, the analy-
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sis, practical and theoretical, of the orchestral scores
and other works of the great masters, both at home
and in the concert room. My teachers in piano and
harmony have been my mother and Messrs. Perabo,
Hill and Baermann."
Mrs. Beach has essayed various forms of composi-
tion which few composers attempt ; for instance, the
Mass in 33 flat, written for soli, chorus, orchestra and
organ, to which she devoted three years work.
It received its first representation by the famous
Handel and Haydn Society of Boston, Feb. 7, 1892,
and was received with favor by the most conservative
critics, who pronounced it as : "A noble work;
characteristically in the style of the ablest Masters,
and replete with beauty, symmetry, harmony, contra-
puntal art, and scholarly freedom. Chief among its
merits is its absolute individuality. Imbued with the
spirit of the best masters, the author has not copied
or imitated any, her melodic forms are her own ' *.
The Mass consists of ten parts, which are treated
with skillful discrimination and with the most sensi-
tive appreciation of the demands of their texts,
tthere are many beautiful passages in the choral
numbers, and many of the themes are strong, vigor-
ous and well adapted for large effects, the te Credo } %
for soprano and chorus, for instance, being specially
good, the orchestration of this number being one of
the best in the whole Mass.
A very meritorious work is her "Jubilate ", written
for the Dedication of the \VbmaiTs Building at the
Chicago World's Fair, The ending of this work is
Well worked out.
**Her last orchestral work of importance is her Sym-
phony in J3 minor, op. 32, sumamed the li Gaelic ".
This work, which received its first performance by
the Boston Symphony Orchestra, 1896, is of decided
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worth.. It never falls Into triviality, but is steadily
high-reaching, dignified and virile, and of an able
musicianship that is beyond all question.
The work consists of four movements, the first in
6-S time ti Allegro con fuoto" in H minor, opens
pianissimo, with, a tremulous chromatic passage in
the strings, which goes on gradually increasing in
force and fullness of scoring until it reaches the foitis-
simo of the full orchestra. The second movement
opens with a graceful melody, alia Sidliana, In F
major 12-8 time, In which the characteristic rhythm
and tranquil, flowing grace of the SIciliano are
strongly marked. Then follows a brisk tricksy
scherzo movement, ** Allegro -cittiff *' in F major, 2-4
time, throngti which the first theme breaks with de-
lightful results every now and then, until the first
theme returns in its original form, to be more elabo-
rately treated. The entire second movement Is a little
masterpiece In its way in sentiment and orchestration,
the best of the entire work. The third movement,
" Ltnto con molto expressions " in E minor, Is In 6-4
time, and the fourth "A llty o i/tolto" in E minor,
which opens with immense vigor, Is In 2-2 time.
The entire work Is of decided worth, creditable
alike to the ambition, the knowledge and the skill of
the composer, and a work that entitles her to rank
prominently at the head of her sex.
Of her works for violin, the most important Is a
Sonata op. 34, which contains some pleasing themes,
especially the chief one In the t& Allegro moderate ".
The musical workmanship in the "Allegro con
fiioco J ' Is particularly good, and makes It the best of
the four movements. The chief part in this work,
which Is a trifle long, Is really given to the piano, but
there are some good passages for the violin, well
written for the instnunent.
Her principal piano compositions consist of:
Op. 6 Ballad in Db; op. 3 Cadenza to Beethoven's C
minor Concerto ; op, 4 Valse Caprice; op. 15 Four
Sketches, No. I In Autumn, II Phantoms, III Dream-
Ing ; IV Fireflies ; op. 22 Bal Masque ; op. 28 No. i
Barcarolle, II Menuet Italien, III Danse des Fleurs.
A piano concerto in C sharp minor op. 45, has just
"been published by Arthur P. Schmidt.
Of her vocal compositions, several choral works de-
serve mention, viz: "Rose of A von town ", cantata
for female voices, and "Minstrel and the King",
cantata for male chorus and orchestra.
Her songs, a number of which are published in
album form, are all well written, the most pretentious
one being the Recitative and Aria "Wandering
Clouds", op. 1 8, for contralto voice with orchestra
accompaniment.
A list of her best known songs is as follows :
Ecstasy, Secret, Sweetheart sigh no more, Fairy
lullaby j Thy beauty, Dearie, Scottisch cradle song,
Years at the spring, Love but a day, Wouldn't that
be queer, Elle et moi, Mistress mine, Spring, Black-
bird, Hymn of trust (violin oblig.), My love is like,
etc. Also several vocal duets.
Beatrice (Princess of Battenberg), is the author of a num-
ber of tuneful songs, among which may be men-
tioned: The Sunny month of May, Blue-eyed
maiden, Green cavaliers song, Retrospection, etc.
Also a March for orchestra and some Church
Responses.
BeaumesnII (Henrietta Adelaide Yillard de), French
singer and dramatic composer, was born at Paris,
Aug. 31, 17385 where she died 1813. Received an ex-
cellent musical education, and being possessed of a
beautiful voice, became one of the foremost stars of
the Grand Opera, Paris, with which she was connected
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from 1760-74. About 1778 her voice beginning to*
fail, she attempted composition, and as her efforts
met "with considerable success, devoted her whole
time to dramatic composition.
Her most popular operas were : te Leg Saturnales 3S
(performed at the Grand Opera, 1786), '* Anacreon",
tm Les fetes gregues et romaincs *\ ** JLcs legislatrices"
(written for the Theatre de Montague, 1786), ' * Plaire,
c^est commander }S (a comic opera), etc.
She had the honor of being the second woman com-
poser who had her works performed at the Grand
Opera, Paris.
Becker (Ida). German composer, pupil of Friedrich
Kiel and Albert Becker. Her compositions consist of
<{ Brei Balladen," for Bariton ; a set of children songs
* * Lieder aus der Maehrchenwelt; op. 6 Kleine Bilder,
etc. Her children songs are perfect little gems, and
are highly recommended by Prof. Kiel, who insisted
on their publication when the manuscript was shown
him.
A cantata * 4 Db: Jteilige NticJtt " for chorus and soli
voices, has been frequently performed.
Behr (I^ouise). German composer. Has published : Op.
2 Terzetto with piano accompaniment ; o. ^ Hunter's
Song " for mixed chorus, and a ntunfeBfbf songs.
Be!lelIIe-Our^ (EmiKej. 1 " Osrman^CGniposer. Bern at
31unich 1808, where she died July 23, iSSo. A
pianist of great ability, pupil of Czemy. Her playing
was distingnisliecl by brilliancy and spirit ; Schumann
in " Music and Musicians" draws the following com-
parison between Madame Belleville-Oury and Clara
Schumann : 4 * They should not be compared, they
are different mistresses of different schools. The
, playing of Madame B. is technically the finer of the
two ; Clara^s is more im passionate. Tne tone of
Madame B. flatters, but does not penetrate "beyond the
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ear ; that of Clara readies the heart. Madame Belle-
ville is a poetess, Clara Is poetry itself.'*
Her compositions, of which more than 200 appeaf
in print, consist chiefly of transcriptions, fantasies,
etc., among those most popular being her brilliant
arrangement of Scotch airs * ' Souvenir d'Bdinbourg J ^ ,
which attained a great success in Great Britain ; also
her Fantasie on the opera 4 TAfricaine JJ .
Among her other compositions may be mentioned
"La Chasse de Compiegne", "Plaintes de 1' Ab-
sence ' ' , " Marche Ecosssise ", " Valse brillante ' * ,
"Nocturne", etc.
Benfey-Schuppe (Anna). German composer, born at
Landeck. She has written an Overture to Goethe's
lt 6r(/tfet, Berlicltingen "y incidental music to "Romeo
an<l J'lUttte ", and u Pkillipine Wdser" (played at
Dresden, Breslau, Coburg, etc.). Also several com-
positions for chamber music, etc.
Bernard (Yincenzia). German composer. Born 1840 in
the small village Krischanovitz, Moravia, where her
father was village teacher and organist, and from
whom she received her first musical tuition. "While
not quite 15 years old her father died, and she was
obliged to support herself as an organist and music
teacher at Austerlitz. She is considered one of the
most successful teachers at Bninn, Austria. Her
many j-ears experience and her method are contained
in her "HUfsbuch. fur den Klaviemnterricht '%
which has passed through several editions.
Bernard (Caroline Richings), the celebrated American
singer, is the author of many vocal gems, of which.
** O Word of God Incarnate '* is probably best known.
Bernouilly (Agnes). German composer, bom at Berlin,
1825, pupil of Carl Bohmer. A number of her orches-
tral compositions have been frequently placed by the
Saro orchestra and others. Her works, consisting of
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songs, etudes, scherzi, and various piano pieces, are
highly spoken of.
Berlin (Louise Angelique). French, composer, pianist
and poetess. Bom near Paris, Feb. 15, 1805, and
died April 26, 1877. Author of a number of operas,
of which ' Le Lonp Garou" (Paris, 1827), and
"Fau*t" (Paris, 1831), were the most successful.
Other operas are " Esmeralda" (performed at Paris
and Munich), and '* Gkiy bannering '*.
Among her most important works are a number of
string quartets, a trio for piano, cello and violin, and
a number of choruses.
Of her songs the following deserve mention : Le
llatelot, la Fleur, la Hule, la Chasse, le Soir, etc.
Her collection of poetry "les Glm8*\ published
at Paris, 1842, was awarded a prize by the French
Academy.
Bertlni (Xatale). Italian composer of piano compositions
(Andante, Caprice s Souvenir cT Odessa, Banse In-
dienne, etc.).
Bertinotti (Teresa), called "'Tangelo del Canto", a cele-
brated Italian singer, born at Savigliano, 1780.
Received her first musical education from the cele-
brated teacher La Earbiera, Naples. She is the
author of a number of pleasing arias and soEgs.
Died at Bologna, 1852.
BlehSer (Ludmiila). German composer. Author of a
number of piano pieces (op. 19 Serenade, op 20
Letzte Rose, etc.)-"
Bigot ^larie, nee Kiene). French composer and pianist.
Born at Colmar, Alsace, 1786 ; died at Paris, Sept 16,
1820. Married 1804 to M. Bigot } librarian to Count
Rasoumowsky , in whose service they went to Vienna,
where they made the acquaintance of Haydn and
Beethoven, both of whom Mine. Bigot enchanted "by
iier rendering of their music, and by h.er pleasant,
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sympathetic manner and interesting conversation,
Her faculty for reading at sight is said to have been.
wonderful, and when Beethoven showed her his man-
uscript of the Sonata appassionata, she played it for
him in a marvelous manner to the great delight of
the author. Beethoven, after the work had been
printed, presented her with the autograph copy as a
homage to her wonderful a vista reading. This valu-
able souvenir of the great master was carefully pre-
served by her until her early death in 1820. The
autograph remained for many years in her husband's
possession, and at length was bequeathed by him to
the library of the Paris Conservatory of Music.
Leaving Vienna 1809, she settled at Paris, where she
soon became one of the centres of musical life, and
was the first to introduce Beethoven's compositions
to a Parisian public.
Cherubini, Auber, Baillot and other celebrities were
constant visitors at her salon.
Reverses forcing her to adopt teaching for a living,
she soon acquired a large class of pupils, among them
being Mendelssohn during his first sojourn at Paris.
He refers to her in a letter of Dec. 20, 1831, and the
warmth of his attachment to her family may be seen
from another letter of Feb. 24, 1838.
Of her compositions, consisting chiefly of piano
works, a number have appeared in print at Vienna
and Paris.
Binfield (Hannah R. . English* composer. Bom at
Reading, iSio ; di&l in Reading, May 2, 1887. She
was a talented organist, harpist and teacher, -who has
published a number of compositions for these instru-
ments.
IHsset . Elizabeth Anne). English composer and harpist.
Bom at London , 1800 ; date of death unknown. Of
iier best known harp compositions may be men-
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tioned : Pantasie brilliant (1840), The Sailor's Adieu
(1842), Ballade, etc.
Black (Jennie Prince). American contemporary com-
poser of songs. The following appear in print : In
May, Regrets, A song of love, Cynthia, Slumber
song, Misgiving, etc.
Biahetka (Leopoldine). Austrian pianist and one of the
most prolific woman composers, was born at Gun-
tramsdorf, near Vienna, Nov. 15, iSn.
Her first teacher was her mother, with whom she
made such rapid progress that, by the advice of
Beethoven, she was placed at the age of five years
with Joseph Czemy for education as a musician. Her
remarkable talent enabled her, while scarcely twelve
years old, to play in public at Vienna a set of Varia-
tions with orchestral accompaniment of her own,
receiving great credit for her work.
Later on she received instruction from Kalkbrenner
and Moscheles, and studied harmony with Sechter.
She made frequent concert tours, meeting with
universal success. Schumann testifies most flatter-
ingly in regard to her excellent playing, in his
** Gesammelte Schriiten," vol. II., page 45.
Mention is made of her and her compositions in
numerous biographical works,, such as Grove, Mendel,
Riemann, Fetis, Paul, Baptie, Bemsdorf, Gassaer,
Pauer^ Schubertli, Weitzmann, etc.
In 1840 she removed to Boulogne foi her health,
where she soon became very popular and successful
as a teacher, highly esteemed f r her excellent and
amiable character. She died there Jan. 17, 1887.
Her compositions are quite numerous and preten-
tious, and consist of : Op. 2 and 26 Variations for
string quartet and piano ; op. 43 and 44 Piano quar-
tets ; op. 5 Trio for violin, cello and piano ; op. 14 and.
15 Sonatas for violin and piano ; op. 9 Grand Polon-
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aise for cello and piano ; op. 10 Variations for violin
and piano ; op. n Var's concertante, cello and piano ;
op. 1 8, 20 and 29 Piano solos with string accompani-
ment ; op. 25 Concerto for piano and orchestra ; op. 38
** Souvenir d f Angleterxe ", piano solo with orchestra ;
op. 4 and 28 Var's brillante for piano with orchestra ;
op. 39 Var's in D for flute and piano ; op. 47 Grand
Duo, piano four hands ; also a number of pianos solos
(op. 13, 19. 33, 37, 48, etc.) and various vocal duets
and songs.
An operetta "Die Raeuber und die Saenger" was
successfully performed at Vienna, 1830.
Blasts (Teresa de). Italian composer, member of a very
musical Neapolitan family, her father and brother
both being composers of note. She published a num-
ber of sonatas, variations and other works for the
piano. Died at Florence, April 20, 1868.
Bfauhuth (Jenny). German composer, bom at Leipzig-
April 30, 1862. Pupil of Reinecke and Rust. Held
a professorship for a number of years at the Karls-
ruhe Conservatory. Her piano works, although few,
show great originality, among them being a pretty
u Serenata," and " Lied ohne \Vorte ".
Blcitrter (Rosa). Bohemian composer, teacher of singing
at the Prague Conservatory of Music, and author of
vocal and mstrumental music. Among her composi-
tions may be named a series of songs, numbered opus
32, 33 and 34, published at Prague ; also a very im-
pressive Funeral March, op. 36.
Bliss i v see Lindsay).
Bochkoftz-Falconf (Anna). German vocal teacher and
singer. Bora at Frankfurt a. M. 1820 ; died Paris,
Dec. 24, 1879. Published a number of songs (Geister-
stimmen, Fruhlingsverkiiridung, etc.), and a set of
vocal studies. Among her prominent pupils may be
mentioned Mad. Peschka-Leutner-
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Boerner-Sandrini (Marie). German composer, daughter
of L. Sandrini, the celebrated soprano. Talented
pianist and vocal teacher, whose compositions consist
of a number of songs, among which may "be men-
tioned a pretty Ave Maria for alto and piano.
Borton (Alice). English contemporary composer. The
following songs are published : Binding sheaves,
Hark ! how merrily birds, Oh ! how blest, etc. Also
an "Andante and Rondo" for piano and orchestra,
Suite in the olden style, and other piano compositions.
Boesenhoenlg (Josepha). Austrian composer and pian-
ist. Lived at Vienna during the last century, where
she received her musical education from such, masters
as Mozart, Kozeluch and Richter. Published quite a
number of piano pieces.
Bond (Mrs. Carrie Jacobs). American composer and
writer. Has published in album form: "Seven
Songs", *' Eleven 5- mall Songs", "Four Songs'',
""Some Little Songs", various piano pieces, also
*' Short Stories In Verse ".
Bost (Louise). German writer, bom at \Vurzbnrg, iSio.
Published the work " Caecilia, Btrac?ituhgtn uber
*t)ist u nd Xfttxik", XVurzburg, 1859.
Botlano (Helene von). German musician. Writer of
various piano pieces, published at Bremen (op. 5, 6,
21, etc.).
Bottin! (Marianne Andreozzi, Marquise de). Italian
composer. Born at Lucca Xov. 7, 1802 ; died there
Jan. 24, 1858. Showed great talent in her youth, and
received an excellent musical education, her teacher
being Domenico Quilici. She has written numerous
meritorious compositions of various character, among
them the opera '" Elena e Granlv'\a. "Requiem"
for chorus and orchestra, a ee Siubttt J/tfftr" for
three voices, a "Magnificat" for four voices and
orchestra, the cantata tl St. Uecilt'\ several concertos
for piano with orcltestra accompaniment, a cantata
for chorus (dedicated to the noble family of Orsuici),
various overtures, and a number of compositions for
the voice, the harp, and piano.
The Academic des Pfailharmoniques of Bologna
elected her honorary member.
Boundy (Kate). Writer of church music (O Lord of
Hearts, etc.).
Bo urges (Clementine d&j. Talented French composer of
the 1 6th century ; 1>orn at Lyons. The compositions
of this lady are ranked "by Grove, as well as Mendel,
with those of the great composers of her time. Her
complete mastery of various instruments, and her
great learning were held in high esteem by her con-
temporaries.
J. Paisfs " Orgeltabularurbuch '% containing works
of the great masters, such as Orlandus Lassus,
Walther, Senfl, etc., contains an interesting four-part
chorus "Da fa rami" by this lady.
She was engaged to Jean de Peyrat, an officer in the
King's service, who was killed 1560 in a skirmish
against the Huguenots. Constantly grieving over
her loss, this remarkable talented woman died the
followirg year (Sept. 30, 1561) greatly lamented.
Bovct (Hennine). German composer ; born at Hoxter,
Westphalia, 1842. Is the author of a Piano method,
excellently graded, which is highly recommended by
Prof, llertke and Be Lange, and has passed through
several editions.
Her other works consist of songs for children, in-
structive piano pieces and studies.
Boyce (Ethel Mary). English composer ; bom at Chert-
sey, Siury, Oct. 5, 1863. Pupil of Walter Macfarren.
Won the Lady Goldsmid Scholarship, 1885; Potter
Exhibitioner, iSS6 ; winner of the Stemdale Bennett
Prize, 1886; and the Lucas medal for composition, 1889.
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Her "works consist of the cantatas : *' The Lay of
the brown Rosary *\ for soprano and alto solos, mixed
chorus and orchestra; "Sands of Corriemie", for
female voices ; tl Ymtng LocJtintar", "bariton solo,
mixed chorus and orchestra. Also a l March in E ",
for orchestra ; 8 pieces for violin and piano (Novello),
various piano compositions, songs and part-songs.
Boyden (see St. John).
Bra m fail la (Marietta), the eminent vocalist and teacher,
was bom 1807 at Cassano, Italy. She Is the author
of *' Exercises et Vocalises pour Soprano et piano'*,
and a number of songs, a collection of which is pub-
lished under the title of 4t Souvenirs des Alps *\ She
died at Milan, Xov. 6, 1875.
Brandenstein (Charlotte von). German composer ; bom
at Ludwigsburg, \Vurtemberg, 1750. Her teacher
was the celebrated Abbe Vogler at Vienna. She is
the author of a number of piano compositions, etc.
A Sonata for violin and piano was published by
Vogler, 1 780, in his musical journal, and highly com-
mented on.
Brandes (\Vilhelmina). Eminent vocalist. Bora at Ber-
lin, May 21, 1756; died at Hamburg, June 13, 1788.
Was a talented musician and author of a number of
songs and arias, as well as piano pieces.
Brand hurst (Elise). German writer of piano music and
songs (op. 14 Lieb Sternlein du, etc.)
Bray (Mrs. Anna Eliza, maiden name Kempe). English,
writer. Born at St. Mary, Surry, Dec. 25, 1790 ; died
at London, Jan. 21, 1883. Author of " Handel, his
Life, Personal and Professional, with Thoughts on
Sacred Music", London, 1857.
Bremont (Countess de). Song writer (Golden Africa,
Spanish Bolero, etc.).
Bresson (see Brisson).
Bright (Dora), English composer and pianist, bom at
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Sheffield, Aug. 16, 1863, is undoubtedly one of Eng-
land's most talented musician? of the present time.
Upon the death of her father, an excellent amateur
violinist, in iSSi, she entered as pupil at the Roval
Academy of Musicians (from iSSi-SS), assisting as
teacher in the classes of YA~. Macfarren (piano) and
Ebenezer Prout (harmony and counterpoint). In
1884 she gained the Potter and several other prizes,
including the Lucas medal for composition (iSSS),
"being the first woman to obtain this honor.
Her compositions, all of which are of a high order,
remarkably well written, consist of two Piano Con-
certos (A minor and D minor), of which the one in
D minor is a work critics speak of as u being full of
bright and original fancy and melodious inspiration
of a high order, coupled with excellent workman-
ship."
The delightful second subject of the first movement
Allegro Moderate, and the succeeding Intermezzo
(veritable gems), any composer might be proud of.
The orchestral coloring is exquisite throughout. Of
her other important works the following may be
mentioned : Fantasia in G, for piano and orchestra,
which was played by the author May n, 1892, at the
London Philharmonic Concerts, the first instance of
an orchestral work by a woman being admitted to the
programme of the society. Other works are : A
Quartet in D, for piano and strings ; 3 Duos for two
pianos ; a very effective Suite for violin and piano ;
various compositions for flute and piano, and for
piano (of these a C4 Berceuse", a " Tarantelle " and
14 Liebesiied " of special merit); and a number of
songs (To blossom, To music, Primrose, YVho is
Sylvia, etc.X
Brttlon de Jouy (Madame). A celebrated French ama-
teur pianist of the last century. Dr. Burny in his
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journal mentions having heard her at Paris, and
speaks highly of her talents as a player and composer
for her instrument.
Brine (Mary D.). Song writer (What is Summer made
of, Titania, One I love, \Vhich is the road to Slumber*
land, etc.).
Brinkmann (Minna). German composer ; "born at Oster-
wieck, Sept. 28, 1831. Prolific writer of piano pieces
of a pleasing and light character. Her u ln die
Feme" has been printed in numerous editions. Opus
number reaches one hundred.
Brissac ( Jules). (See Mrs. John Macfarren).
Brlsson pllle.). French composer; bom at Paris, 1785,
Talented pianist, pupil of Adam. Is the author of a.
method for adopting a score to the piano. A nnml>er
of works for violin and piano, and harp and piano,
are published by Lednc, Paris. Of her piano compo-
sitions, those on a "Theme by Mozart" and "Kel
cor ' * were very popular.
Broad wood (Lucy E-). English collector, editor and
composer. Collaborated with her uncle, the Rev,
John Broadwood, in a collection of *' Country Songs
of Surrey and Sussex ", and in 1893, -with J. A. Fuller
Maitland, in editing and arranging "English Coun-
try Songs ' ' and " Old TYorld Songs." She has writ-
ten a number of songs, among which may be named :
Xae mair we'll meet ; Tammy ; \Vhen trees did bud.
Broes (Mile.). Bom at Amsterdam, Holland, 1791 ; died
at Paris. Brilliant pianist, pupil of Fetis (1805), and
Klengel (iSio). Author of a number of Rondos,
Variations, Dances, etc., for the piano.
Bronsart (Ingeborg von, maiden name Stark). This
talented lady was born of Swedish parents at St
Petersburg, Aug. 24, 1840. Both her parents being
very musical, great care was taken to procure for
Ingeborg the best of teachers. Her first masters were
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Martinoff and Decker, and later Adolf Henselt. Her
progress was so remarkable that at the age of twelve
-she was able to give a public concert, at which a com-
position of lier own was most cordially received.
At the age of fourteen she played from memory
Chopin's B minor Concerto in public. By advice of
Henselt, she journeyed to Weimar to become a pupil
of Liszt. In offering her letters of introduction, she
Also submitted several of her compositions. Liszt, in
looking them over, was somewhat skeptical as to their
"being all her own work, and to test her ability die-
iated to her the theme of a fugue. Ingeborg finished
the same on the spot ; and Liszt, after looking over
the work, was highly pleased and jocular^- remarked,
"You do not look like it*'! Ingeborg- smilingly
Answered, "Well, I am glad I do not look like a
Fugue". Such progress was made under Liszt's
tuition that she was soon considered one of his most
talented and favorite pupils.
She made frequent concert tours to Paris, St. Peters-
burg, and the principal German cities. In 1861 she
married Hans von Bronsart, the talented Conductor
and Intendant of the Ro3'al Theatre at Hanover. At
the latter city, where they settled, Ingeborg von
Bronsart retired from public life and devoted herself
-entirely to composition.
Her first opera "Die Go ft in ton Sals" was rather
-unsuccessful, the fault lying with the poor libretto,
the music being far superior. Her next dramatic
-work, a setting of Goethe's "Jeryund Eafe1y*\ was
immensely successful, being repeatedly performed at
Berlin, Weimar, Vienna, Cassel, Wiesbaden, Karls-
-rulie, Koenagsberg, and many other German cities.
"The beautiful music, as well as the highly interesting
instrumentation, being justly praised by the most
teminent critics.
Her third opera %% Koenig Hierm" was started 1882^
but not finished before 1891, "when Its first perform-
ance took place at Berlin in the presence of the
Emperor and the entire imperial court. The opera
scored a success (although the libretto is weak), the
Emperor off exing his personal congratulations to the
gifted composer.
Of her other works the most important is her Piano-
Concerto with orchestra accompaniment, which is
said to be highly interesting.
Beside the above, she has published a series of
songs ; three works for cello and piano (Nocturne,
Elegie, Romanze); Fantasie op. 21 for violin and
piano ; several male choruses ; various piano compo-
sitions, besides other instrumental and vocal music.
Brown (Jean Parkman). American musician. Author of
" Intervals, Chords and Ear Training, 1 *
Brucken-Fock (Etnilie von). German composer of piano
pieces and songs (Seligkeit, Bitte, Klage, Schnee-
glocken, etc.).
Bruckenthal (Baroness Bertha von). German composer.
Author of a i4 Grand ^lesse Solenelle "* in 3?, op. 7,
for chorus and soli, with orchestra accompaniment,
which is very well spoken of ; also an ** Offertorium '%
op. H 5 for four- voices and organ; and 4S Pange
lingua", for four voices and organ.
She has also published a "Romanza", op. 9, for
cello and piano ; * 4 Serenade", op. 19, for violin and
piano ; a set of six choruses for male voices ; a num-
ber of songs, and various piano pieces.
Buckley (Mrs., nee Olivia Dussek). English pianist and
writer. Bom at London, 1799. Pupil and daughter
of Sophia Bussek, wife of J. L. Dussek, the eminent
pianist. Her works consist of a number of composi-
tions for the harp and piano ; also two books of
i Fairy Songs and Ballads for the Young ", 1846.
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Bugge (Magda). Norwegian pianist and composer, resid-
ing in America. Has published a number of piano
pieces and songs with English and Norwegian text.
Most of her compositions are published by Warmuth.
Bufow (Charlotte von). German vocal composer. Pub-
lished a number of Arias for female voices, duets and
songs.
Burde (Jeanette, maiden name Milder). Born near Vi-
enna, Nov. II, 1799 ; died at Berlin. She was an
excellent and well known vocal teacher, and author
of a number of songs (op. 4 Drei Lieder, op. 5 Drei
Gesaenge, op. 6 Deutsche Gesaenge, etc.).
Bury (Agnes). German vocal teacher, author of a num-
ber of vocal exercises, published by Bahn, Berlin.
Buttenstein (Constanze von). German composer of in-
strumental and vocal music, among which may be
mentioned an * * Ave Maria ' ' for alto, with orchestra
or organ and string quartet accompaniment, pub-
lished by Boesendoerfer, Vienna.
Cacclni (Francesca), Italian singer, composer and poet,
was born at Florence, 1581 or '82, her father being
Giulio Caccini, the celebrated singer and composer,
from whom she received a thorough musical educa-
tion. Francesca was for many years the admiration
and pride of Florence, not only for her musical abili-
ties, both in singing and in composition, but also for
her poetry in the Latin and Tuscan languages. Her
compositions, consisting of part-songs, songs, etc.,
were published at Florence, i6rS ; and her operas,
tl Ln Liberation* di Ruggiero" (performed before the
Court at Florence, and published 1625), and " Rinaldo
Innwnorftto" y are preserved at the Minerva Library*
Rome. The date of her death is not known.
Calegarl (Cornelia). Talented Italian organist, singer
and composer. Born at Bergamo, 1644. "While not
quite fifteen years old, her first collection of motets
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were published, attracting universal and favorable
attention. In 1 660 she entered the convent of St.
Marguerita at Milan, receiving the name of Maria
Catharina. Her brillant organ playing and her beau-
tiful singing were the means of drawing large crowds
to the church connected with the convent.
Her compositions consist of several Masses for six
voices with instrumental accompaniment, Vespers,
and other church music. Also Motets for one voice
(1659;, Madrigals for one and two voices, Canzonettas,
etc.
Calcott (Maria Hutchins). English musician. Born in
1799 ; died at London, April 3, 1859. Published
among other works, "The Singers Alphabet, or
Hints on the English Vowels, etc.", London, 1849.
Cam mack (Amelia). American composer of piano music
and various songs (Tears, I am waiting, etc.).
Campbell (Lady Archibald). Contemporary English
musician. Author of " Rainbow music, the philoso-
phy of harmony in color grouping ", London, 1886.
Campbell (Miss Mary Maxwell). English musician.
Born in Fife, 1812 ; died at St. Andrews, Jan. 15, 1886.
Is the author of the well-known " March of the Cam-
eron Men". The song had been long assigned to
others, before Miss Campbell acknowledged and
proved her authorship.
Candeille (Emilie). French vocalist, poetess and com-
poser. Born at Paris, 1766. Was the pupil of tier
father P. J. Candeille, a dramatic composer of some
note. In 1788 she was married to the actor Simons,
signing herself henceforth Candeille-Simons. Her
compositions consist of a number of piano Trios, a
Sonata for two pianos, four Sonatas for the piano,
and a number of songs with piano and harp accom-
paniments, An operetta "La Belle Fermiere",
words and music by her, was successfully performed
at theTheatre Francaise, 1792. She is also the author of
the comic opera " Ida, V Orpheline de Berlin " (1807).
Cantelio (Annie; Mrs. Harry Cox). English contempo-
rary pianist. Born in Nottingham. Pupil of the
Royal Academy of Music ; winner of the Stemdale
Bennet prize, 1881, and Lady Goldsmid scholarship,
1882. Is the author of a Sonata in E minor, and
other pieces for pianoforte.
Cappiani (I/>uisa). Talented vocal teacher, resident of
New York, and author of a number of songs (Aye
Maria, Darte del Canto, etc.).
Carew (Lady), wife of Sir Henry Carew, has written a
number of songs, of which her setting of Longfellow's
"The Bridge" is considered one of the finest so far
published.
Carissan (Mad'UL C.), French contemporary composer
of a number of songs and piano pieces, was born at
Nancy of Creole parents. She is the author of the
operetta "La Jeunesse d* Haydn,", of the oratorio
"Rebecca" (performed, at Paris, 1893), the lyrique
drama "TAute- et V Amour", and the choral work
" Ballade du Plvngeur" (performed 1895).
CarmlcfiaeS (Hary Grant). English contemporary com-
poser; born at Birkenhead. Pupil of Dr. Prout,
Waiter Bache, Beringer, and Dr. Porges. Her most
important work is a Mass in E fiat for men's and
bays' voices. Other works are: the operetta"! 7 /^
&/ttj& Qaeifc", a piano suite for four hands, several
smaller piano compositions and songs.
Caroline (Mile. j. French composer, who lived at Paris
during the time of the Revolution. According to
"'Pougin's Biographic Universelle des 3Iusiciens "
she is the composer of an opera ? in one act, "VHeu-
rwx Stratageme ", which was performed at the Thea-
tre Beaujolais, Paris, Aug. 19, 1786.
Carreno (Teresa), the eminent pianist, was born of Span-
ish parents at Caraccas, Venezuela, Dec. 22, 1853.
Pupil of Gottschalk. lYhile scarcely nine years old
she appeared in public at a concert at Xew York.
Her compositions consist of a number of songs and
piano pieces f!a Teresita, Souvenir d'Ecosse., Barca-
rolle, etc.). Also a string quartet in B.
Cartwright (Mrs. Robert). English composer of songs
(Break, break, break, etc.).
Caruthers (Julia). Song writer (My pansies, etc.).
Case! fa (Mile.). Contemporary Italian composer. A
grand opera * Chrintuforo Colrtmbo" was performed
1865 at the Theatre Italien at Xice. Further particu-
lars are wanting.
Casson (Miss). English composer and vocalist, lived
during the latter part of the ibth century. She is the
authoress of a number of songs of varying merit.
Casulana (Maddalena). Italian composer; bom at Bres-
cia, about 1540. Of hei compositions, two volumes of
Madrigals for four voices were published 156$ &. 1583.
Catalan! (Angelica), the celebrated Italian singer, who
was bom at Sinigagiia, 1783, and died at Paris, 1849^
is the author of a number of songs, of which her bril-
liant variations, "La Belle Molinara", etc., were
great favorites with all famous singers.
Cerrini d! Montc-Varchi (Anna von). Swiss composer ;
born at Geneva, July 14, 1833. Pupil of Lysberg,
and author of a number of pleasing piano pieces
'Album Leaves, Impromtn., Pensee Fugitive, etc.).
ChamberSayne (Edith A.). English, contempory com-
poser ; pupil of the Royal G nservatoiy. Has pub-
lished music for harp, organ, piano, etc., among
which may be mentioned a Sextet for harp, flute and
strings (performed at the Crystal Palace, Feb. 23,
1895); two Sonatas for violin and piano ; a Piano
Suite, etc. Also a number of songs, and two Sym-
phonies and an Opera in M.S.
Chamtnade (Cecile). This eminent French composer,
among the foremost of female musicians of our time,
was born at Paris, Aug. 8, 1861. Her teachers have
been I^e Couppey, Bayard, Marsyck and Godard.
Her precocious talent showed itself while scarcely
eight years old, when she wrote a number of sacred
compositions, on the examination of which Georges
Bizet predicted for her a brilliant future.
At the age of eighteen she gave her first public con-
cert, at which a number of her compositions were per-
formed.
Ambroise Thomas who was present, remarked
"That is not a woman who composes, but a composer
who is a woman ".
Refinement and elegance of detail, as well as
piquant melody and originality in rhythm, are the
leading characteristics of all the compositions by this
lady. There is always a conspicuous absence of the
commonplace in her compositions, and at the present
time there are very few male composers France can
boast of whose works compare with those of Chamin-
ade's, and not one whose compositions are so widely
known and played as hers, and find such a ready sale.
A list of her works (her juvenile efforts, which she
tias withdrawn, are not mentioned) is as follows:
* Ll Les Ama20ne$*\ symphony lyrique, for chorus and
.orchestra (first performance April 18, i&SS); "La
i&tillane" , opera comique, in one act, in M.S. "Cal-
lirhoe ", suite for orchestra, first performed at Mar-
^elHes, iSSS, with immense success.
The Suite consists of the following well-known
numbers : (Fas des Amphores (second air de ballet),
Pas des Echarpes (third air de ballet), Danse Pastorale
(fifth air de ballet), Callirhoe (fourth air de ballet),
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Prelude, Scherzettino. Numerous arrangements exist
of this Suite.
Next in importance is her " ConceTtxt'ufk" ^ op. 40,
for piano and orchestra, which was played for the
first time by the author at one of the famous ILatnou-
xetix concerts.
Her two 'Trios for piano, violin and cello, op. n, in
O minor , and. op. 34 In A minor , show considerable
knowledge of form, and are most effectively written,
the themes of both being very original and striking.
Of her violin compositions the following- deserve
special mention : Capriccio op. iS (very pretty, dedi-
cated to ilarsick), an " Andantino "* , **Romanza*%
and a "Bohemienne '\
Miss Chaminade has also written a number of com-
positions for two pianos 4 and 8 hands (op. 36"Xo. I
Intermede, Xo. 2 Pas de Cymbales ; op. 40 Concert-
stiick arranged with a second piano ; op. 59 Andante
et Scherzettino, etc.); and for one piano 8 hands
Ai Xoce d" Argent". Piano Duets are as follows:
Op. 55 six pieces Roman tiques, consisting of: Xo. i,
Primavera; Xo. 2, La Chaise a Portenrs ; Xo. 3,
Idylle Arabe ; Xo. 4, Serenade d'Autnnme ; Xo. 5,
Danse HIndoue ; Xo. 6, RIgaudon ; op. 73 Talse Car-
nevalesque ; op. 121 Pastorale Enfantlne, etc.
Miss Chamiiiade^s piano compositions are quite
numerous t and consist in part of -the following
works : Op. 21 Sonata in C minor, op. 23 Minnetto,
op. 24 LIbeilules 5 op. 28 Etude Symplionlqne (very
pretty), op. 29 Serenade, op. 30 Air de Ballet Xo. i,
op. 32 Gnitarre, op. 35 six Etudes de Concert (all very
interesting), op. 39 Toccata, op. 41 Pierrette, op. 42
"Willis, op. 54 Lolita, op. 56 Scaramonche, op. 57
Havanaise, op. 60 Xes Sylvaines, op. 61 Arabesque,
op. 66 Studio, op. 67 Morena, op. 74 Piece dans le
Style Ancien > op. 76 six Songs without words, op: 77
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Second Valse, op. 78 Prelude, op. So Third Valse
"brilliant, op. Si Terpsichore, op. 82 Chanson Napoli-
taine, op. 83 Ritonrnelles, op. 85 Vert Gallant, op.
86 Ballade, op. 87 six pieces Humoristique, op. 88
Rimembranza.
Of her songs a well-known critic writes : " They
possess a most winning grace, united with an origin-
ality in the melodic leading and rhythmic structure,
that raise them far above the ordinary. Her music
"breathes the true romantic spirit of the poems by
which it is inspired ; her melody is neither trite nor
affected, and is gracefully borne on fluent, well-chosen,
and finely blended harmonies."
Among her most popular songs may be men-
tioned: April, Amoroso, As in October, Berceuse,
Captive love, Invocation, Madrigal, Ritoumelle. Ser-
enata, Colette, Birds Noel, Ideal, Silver ring, My
Neighbor, etc.
Also various vocal duets and part-songs for women 7 s
voices.
Charlotte (Friederike Wilhelmine Louise, Princesse cf
Saxe-Meiningen). Born at Berlin, June 27, 1831 ;
died March 30, 1855. Talented dilettanti, whose
teachers were Taubert, Kullak and Stern. Wrote a
number of military marches, songs and piano pieces.
Charlotte (Princesse of Saxe-Meiningen), daughter of the
late Emperior Frederick III. of Germany. Born July
24, 1860. Among her compositions may be named :
** Geschwindmarsch " for military band, "Defilier
ilarsch ", etc.; also a pretty i4 Cradle Song 1 ' for
violin and piano.
Chazal (Mrs.), Well-known virtuoso, orchestral conduc-
tor and composer of the iSth century. At London
May 14, 1764, she gave a concert, the programme of
which contained the following of her compositions :
Overture for French horns, an Ode for chorus, a vio-
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lin solo, a piano solo, an organ concerto, and as a
finale, a tk Forest scene" for French liorns and tim-
pani. The orchestra she conducted personally.
Cheve' (Xanine, nee Paris), French writer. Has invented,
with the collaboration of her husband, a system of
musical notation resembling the English Tonic Sol-
Fa. This system has "been the subject of much con-
troversy in France, but through the persisting energy
of Mad. Cheve / It has made such headway that the
same is now allowed to be used in the Paris communal
schools. An adaptation for English use has "been made
by M. Andrade and G. Bullen.
^lad. Cheve is also the author of the following
works : ** Xouvelle Theorie des Accords M , and u Tab-
leau du doigte' des gammes f '.
She died at Bois-Colombes, near Paris. June 28, 1868.
Chezy (\Vilhelmine,. German writer. Born at Berlin,
1783 ; died at Geneva, 1856. Wrote the librettos
to Weber's opera l ' Euryuutli*. "", and Schubert's
" Roscimuudc ".
Chfckerlng (Mrs. C. F.}. American composer of songs,
the most popular of these being ^ In the night she
told a story * * .
Chittenden (Kate). American writer and teacher, resi-
dent of New York. Colaborator with Albert R. Par-
sons of the "Synthetic Method for the Piano' 1 ; to
which she has added a " Synthetic Catechism ", and
published a number of teaching pieces for the piano,
and arranged some sacred music.
Chouquet ^Louise), French composer, writer of piano
music (op. 6 Les chants dn Pays, op. 7 Mariquita, etc.).
Ch retien - Gena ro (Hedwige). French contemporary com-
poser, Professor at the Paris Conservatoire. Pupil of
Guiraud ; gained iSSi the first prize in the Harmony
class, and first prize for fugue writing. Of her com-
positions, which are chiefly published by Enoch,
Gras, Durand, Brandus, Lemoine, etc., the most im-
portant is her tk Balltt Oriental ", which, has "been
frequently played at the Theatre National de V Opera.
Christ (Fanny). German composer and zither player.
Published a number of compositions for this instru-
ment
ChuppJn (Emma). French writer; born at Caen, 1810.
Published a number of works on music, among which
may be mentioned one on " Norman Music '\
Cianchettlni (Veronica). Bohemian composer and tal-
ented pianist. Bom at Czaslau, 1779 ; died at Lon-
don, 1833, She was a sister of J. L. Dussek, the cele-
brated pianist and composer. Received an excellent
musical education from her father, and played with
success in public at quite an early age. Scarcely
eighteen years old she settled at London, where she
married in 1797 Francesco Cianchettini, a well-known
musician. Her compositions consist of several Piano
Concertos, Sonatas, and other miscellaneous works
for the piano.
Clbbini (Katherina). German composer ; born at Vienna,
1793 ; daughter of the celebrated composer and Impe-
rial Chapelmaster Leopold Kozeluch, who was her first
teacher, finishing her studies with Muzio Clementi.
She was a most talented pianist, and her composi-
tions s showing considerable merit, consist of : Intro-
duction and Variations in E, Impromtu in E, Marche
and Trio, six Valses, etc. Also a Grand Trio for two
pianos and cello, op. 10 *' La Rimembranza".
They are all highly spoken of by critics and the
press. She died at Vienna, 1858.
Clarlbel \ see Bainard).
Clarke (Jane). English musician and organist. Pub-
lished at London, iSoS, *" Select portions of Psalms
and Hymns, adapted to music, as sung at Oxford
diaper'.
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Clarke (Jessie Murray}. English writer and vocal teacher.
Authoress of **Hovr to Excel in Singing,** London,
1884 ; also various songs.
Clarke (Mary Cowden). English writer; "born at Lon-
don, 1809. Daughter of Vincent Xovello, the com-
poser and publisher. ZMrs. Clarke compiled the
famous <k Shakespeare Concordance"; wrote novels
and poetry ; edited* an edition of Shakespeare, and is
trie authoress of an interesting biographical work,
'"Life and Labours of Vincent Xovello ", London,
1864. Translated a number of important works on
musical history, and published an autobiographical
sketch , " My long lift- '\ London, 1896.
Clayton (Eleanor Creathorne ; married name llrs. Need-
ham;. Irish -writer and novelist ; born Dublin r 1832.
Has published lt Queens of Song'% being memoirs of
some of the most celebrated female vocalists who have
appeared on the lyric stage from the earliest davs of
opera to the present time. 2 vols., published at Lon-
don, 1863.
Clausz-Szarvady (Wilhelmine). Bohemian pianist, bom
at Prague Dec. 13, 1834. One of the foremost lady
pianists of our time, resident of Paris. Her interpre-
tations of the great masters is considered among the
finest.
She has arranged and edited a number of classical
works in a very creditable manner* Her own com-
positions are few, mainly for the piano.
Clement (Mary,). German composer, born at Stettin
iS6i, pupil of Prof. Stern, Gemsheim and Radecke,
Berlin. Her compositions consist of a sonata for
piano and violin, and a number of songs and piano
pieces, that are well spoken of by Max Bnich, Less-
mann and others.
Coates (Kathleen Kyle). American writer of piano music.
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Coccia (Maria Rosa). Italian composer, born at Rome
! 759. She was an excellent and talented musician and
famous as a contrapuntist. Scarcely 15 years old, she
passed most successfully a very critical examination,
admitting her to the post of chapelmaster.
A biographical work was published at Rome in
1780 entitled, **Elogio storico della Signora Maria
Rosa Coccia, Roman a, maestro publica di capella,
Accademica Filarmonica di Bologna, etc.", which
contains, beside other valuable material, a number of
important letters by Padre Martini, Metastasio and
Carlo Broshi. Her writings consist of church com-
positions, a treatise on harmony, etc.
Co I bran (Isabella Angela). Celebrated Spanish vocalist ;
born at Madrid, Feb. 2, 1785. An excellent contralto
singer, first wife of Rossini, who wrote for her the
operas " Elisabetta " , lt Cenerentola", and " Barbie r
He St'figlia **, She is the composer of a number of
Italian songs and other vocal compositions. Her
death occurred at Bologna, Oct. 7, 1845.
Cole (Charlotte), Contemporary English vocalist and
composer of a number of pleasing songs and ballads.
Collett (Sophia Dobson). English composer of church
music. Bora in London, 1822 ; died March 27, 1894.
The author of a number of part-songs and other vocal
music.
Collin iHelene). French, contemporary composer, pupil
of Lecouppey and Rety. An excellent pianist ; writer
of a number of melodious piano pieces, published by
GniSj Paris.
Co Hi net (Clara). American contemporary composer of
songs and sacred music (Send out thy light, etc. j.
Collins (Laura Sedgwick). American composer, pupil of
Dvorak. Wrote the dramatic scena for soprano and
baritone "JStifiyj/iwn"; various songs (TVhere art
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than, Foolish, little maiden, etc. j; music to Ci Pitrrvt",
and compositions for violin and piano.
Conrot (Alice,. French musician and writer. Author of
the work, **Ahrege' de rhistoire de la musiqueet des
principaux compositeurs " % published by Lajoj'e-Tis-
sot, 1876.
Contin (Mme.}. Italian composer, of whom Artaria,
Vienna, published ** Variations " fur piano with string
accompaniment, and other works.
Cook i Catherine^. Song writer.
Cook i^ Eliza). English poetess and song writer ; bom at
London, 1818. Regular contributor to the literary
magazines of her day ; was given a literary pension in
1864. Her compositions, consisting of a number of
pleasing ballads, have met \\ith considerable favor.
She is the author of the words of main" of the most pop-
ular ballads by Blackly, Dempster, Glover and others.
Cooke ; t Edith;. English writer of a number of pleasing
songs, among which may be mentioned : In thv
presence, The broken story, Two marionettes, The
King's jester, etc.
Coombs (Mary AVoodhull^. American song writer (Lam-
entation, The secret, "With thee, etc. )
Correr (Countess Ida;,. Italian contemporary composer,
resident of Padua. Is the author of the three-act
opera "11 Grundoliem'\ frequently performed in her
native city.
Cozzolani ^Chiara Margarita;. Italian composer. Lived
during the first half of the ijth century as a Sister at
the Convent of St. Radegonda, Milan. Her composi-
tions consist of: t4 Primavera di fieri musicali'% for
1, 2, 3 and 4 voices, Milan, 1640; s *Motetti", for i,
2, 3 and 4 voices, Venice, 1642; "Scherzi di sacra
melodia", Venice, 1648; 4t Salmi"', for S voices;
and 4i Concertate '', con motetti e dialoghi, for 2, 3^ 4
and 5 voices, Venice, 1650.
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Crament (J. Maude). English composer of a number of
songs (Endymion, Spells, Love's seasons, etc.).
Crane j Helen CJ. American composer of piano music
^ Novelettes op. 3, Spring song, etc t ).
Crane I' Julie EttieL Principal of the Crane Normal In-
stitute, Potsdam, X. Y. An excellent and successful
teacher. Author of a valuable little * ' Music Teacher's
Manual "', for the use of teachers in public schools.
Crawford (Alethea B.) American writer, who in colabo-
ration with Alice Chapin has published a collection of
4 'Letters from Great Musicians to Young People",
Series I and II.
Crawford ( Rebecca X American writer, sister of Alethea.
Author cf the interesting little volumes: "Musicians
in Rhyme for childhoodtime", "Musical Messages' '
and 4k Musical Encouragements'*.
Cretl ( Mariana de Rocchis). Italian composer and harp-
player, of whom the following works appear in print:
op. 5 Duetto for flute, cello and harp; op. S Terzetto,
for piano and harp; op, r Rondo brillante, for 2 harps;
op. 6 La tnia letizia, for harp and violin; op. 7 Lucre-
zia, for harp and violin; op. 13 Emani, for 2 harps;
also a number of harp solos (op. 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, n, 12,
16, 17, 18, etc.)
Crown IngshieSd (Mrs. Mary Bradford). American com-
poser of songs. (There is a land mine eye hath seen;
Thy heart shall know me, etc.) Also carols and
other church music.
Cyman (Harriet Johanna Louise). Danish musician,
born at Copenhagen , Dec 26, 1851. An excellent pia-
nist, one of Neupert's most talented pupils, created in
her country a decided sensation by her skill, and is
considered to be one of the foremost pianists of the
present time. Author of a number of piano pieces.
Curtis (Emilie Christina). American contemporary musi-
cian and writer. Bom at Boston, Mass., living at
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Xew York, daughter of George Tickner Curtis.
Author of "Children's Voices: How harmed and
how helped"; a series of "'Rote Songs 1 *; and in
colaboration with Dr. H. R. Palmer has edited and
published the u Palmer-Curtis Series of Sight Read-
ing Music Books for Public Schools ".
Curwen (Mrs., born Annie Jessy Gregg). A native of
Dublin, where her father practised as a solicitot. She
was an ardent admirer of the Tonic Sol-fa system*
which she applied in principle to pianoforte teaching.
Author of "The Child Pianist", London, 1866, a
work extensively used and adopted.
Czanyi (real name Mrs. Alois Schmitt, wife of "the cele-
brated musician). German composer of songs:
Deep in my heart ; Stars are "brightly beaming, etc.
Dacier (Anne). French writer; died at Paris, 1721.
Among her numerous writings, a dissertation on the
flutes of the ancients, inserted in her edition of
* 4 Terence ", deserves special menti* >n.
Da hi (Emma). Banish composer and talented singer ;
bom at Plon, April 6, 1819. Her compositions con-
sist of a number of pretty songs, published at Stock-
holm, Christiania and Copenhagen, and a set of vocal
studies.
Dam eke (Louise). German contemporary composer.
"Writer of a number of piano compositions of a pleas-
ing character (op. I Nocturne, op. 5 Zigeuner Caprice,
etc.).
Damoreau (Laura Cinti, nee Montalant.) French singer
and composer. Bom at Paris, Feb. 6, 1801 ; died
there Feb. 25, 1863. "Was considered one of the great-
est singers of her time. Rossini wrote for her the
principal female parts in the il Sitge de Corinth J \ and
4t 3/oi>t"; and Auber those in "Domino JTozr"*
'*rAjiibfi88(idrice'" > and i Ztinefbi "
In 1834 she was appointed Professor of Singing at
the Paris Conservatoire ; this position she resigned in
1856, and retired to Chantilly, where she died (1863).
Cinti-Damoreau published a nmnber of songs (Le
Depart, rOublie, la Religeuse, etc.), and an excellent
and popular "Methode de Chant", which she dedi-
cated to her numerous pupils. Her daughter married
Mr. Weckerlin, the learned musician.
Danzlger (Laura). American composer ; pupil of Gerns-
heim and Bussler. Wrote a Sonata for cello and
piano, and various piano compositions (Mazurka, In
the Spring, Gypsy Life, etc.)
Davies (Llewela). Welch contemporary composer ; bom
at Brecon, South Wales. Pupil of Macfarren. Her
compositions comprise three Sketches for orchestra, a
Quartet for strings, various songs, etc. A Sonata in
E, for violin and piano, which is highly praised by
critics, was successfully performed at the Musical
Artists* Society, London, March, 1894.
Miss Davies gained admission to the R. A. M., xSSy,
by winning the John Thomas Scholarship. While
pupil of said academy she took, among other prizes,
the Macfarren Scholarship, 1892 ; the Lucas Medal,
1894, for composition ; and the Medal of the Worship-
ful Company of Musicians, 1893.
Davis i^liss). English writer of songs : Footsteps of
angels, Xight hymn at sea. When Spring unlocks the
flowers, etc. Also a number of sacred songs and
duets.
Davis (Mrs. Gabriel, born Marianne Davis). English
composer, who died at Littlemore, Oxford, July 18,
iSSS. Wrote a large number of part-songs and songs,
Becker (Pauline vonV German contemporary composer.
Among her works may be mentioned : Op. 5 Duet
for two sopranos, ten songs op. 6-15, and two duets
for soprano and alto, op. 17.
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Dedekam (Sophie). Danish composer. A number of lier
songs are published by Hansen ? of Copenhagen.
Delchmann (Julie;. German composer of songs:
Gruncilos ; "Was blelbt ; Meerfrau ; etc.).
Delaval (Madame). A French harpist, and composer of
a cantata entitled, "Les Adieux de rinfortune' Louis
XVI. a son peuple", which was repeatedly performed
with success at London, 1794. Published harp music
and a number of French songs.
Dell* Aqua (Eva). Contemporary Italian composer,
daughter of the distinguished painter Cesare Dell'
Aqua, who has long resided at Brussels. Eva Dell*
Aqua has published a number of songs that are very
popular, such as " Villanelle". Some of her other
meritorious songs are : Pourquol rever ; Yirelai ;
Chazel ; Menuet ; Reproche ; Quand Mexne ; etc.
Her operetta *' La Jj'icktlifte "* was receiver! with
exceptional favor at the Theatre des Galeries Sainte
Hubert, Brussels. _ A comic opera "" T*vttboiif Itpttct'ut "
is to be performed shortly.
Dejazet .[Hennine]', daughter of the celebrated actress
Bejazet, has written a one act operetta " Le Z>i<tMe
F'jsc *\ which was performed for the first time at
Paris, 1859.
Demar (Theresa). French composer; bora at Paris t
1801. An excellent harp player, pupil of F. Xader-
mann, the celebrated harpist. She has published
between thirty and forty compositions for the harp.
Derheimer (Cecile\ French composer, who died at
Paris, Aug. 5, 1896, and at one time celebrated as a
soprano singer, was a talented writer of Masses and
music for the organ.
Dick f Edith A.) English composer of a number of pretty
songs f Sweet slumber, When daffodils unfold, etc.).
Also various piano pieces.
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Dickson (Ellen). English composer. Bom at Wool-
wich, 1819 ; died at Lyndhurst, England, July 4, 1878.
Under the norn-de-plum of "Dolores", Miss Dick-
son has published a large number of songs that have
acquired a considerable amount of popularity in their
day, and some of them are even now en vogue.
Among these may be mentioned : All yesterday I
was spinning, Destiny, Tell her not, The land of long
ago, Unchanged. Her most popular song is her brook
song " Clear and cool IJ .
Dietrich (Amalia). German composer ; born at Dresden,
May 2, 1838. Talented pianist, who played in public
when only eight }-ears old. Published a number of
piano pieces and songs (Schneeglockcheii, etc.).
DiSIer (Angela;. American composer and pianist ; pupil
of MacDowell. Author of a number of songs and
piano piecs (Gigue in B, etc.).
Dolby (see Sainton-Dolby).
Dolores (see Dickson).
Donalds (Belle). American composer of piano music
and songs (My love, bonny bride, etc.).
Donaldson (Elizabeth). Contemporary writer of instru-
mental and vocal music (Can I forget, and various
other songs).
Draper (Mrs. J. T.). American contemporary composer
of songs and sacred music : There is a fold whence
none can stray, The shadows of the evening hour,
Just as I am, Magnificat, Deum Laudamus, etc.
Drelfuss (Henrietta). German contemporary composer
(op. i eight songs, op. 2 six songs, Russian song, etc.).
Driefaurg (Louise von). German composer, who has pub-
lished : op. i and 2 six songs, op. 5 six songs for
soprano, Huldigungslied, etc.
Dychambge (Pauline). French composer ; bom at Mar-
tinique, 1778. Removing to Paris, where she took up
her residence, her salon was a meeting place for all
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musical celebrities during the first twenty }'ears of
the century. As a writer of romances and chansons
she had a great reputation, more than 300 being pub-
lished, some of which (1'Ange guardien ; Penses-tu
que ce soit aimer, etc. ) were made very popular by
the singer Xourit.
Duff . Miss G. S.,. American contemporary writer. Au-
thor of the kk Story of Major C "\ a little work on har-
mony for children In the form of a story.
Dufferin (Lady Helen Selina;, wife of Lord Dnffeiin.
Born In Ireland, 1807 ; died June 15, 1867. She Is the
composer of a set of ten songs and two duets (1833;';
also sets of twelve and seven songs (1833-39;, anf ^ ten
songs for contralto (iS6i s. Of her songs, *' Lament
of the Irish emigrant " and " Dublin Bay " are widely
known.
Duhan (Madame}. French writer and composer, of whom
Dnfant & Dnbois, Paris, publish several methods and
a number of instrumental pieces, such as Rondos,
Variations, and other instructive works.
Duport (Marie). Russian composer; "bom at Dorpat,
Livonia. Published a nnmber of piano compositions.
Dyrarid de Fontrnagne v 'Mad. la Baronnej. Talented
amateur French, musician. Author of "Bianfv T<>-
rtllv '\ lt Fvllu'X d'AiiUMr " and "iVIilylh '\ that have
been successfully performed at Antwerp and other
cities.
Duschek (Josefina, nee Hambacher]. Celebrated singer.
Bom at Prague, 1756, and died there at an advanced
age. Her husband taught her music and she became
a good pianist and fair composer, her works consist-
ing of a number of songs and piano pieces. She was
a true and sympathising friend of Mozart, and it was
through her partisanship, and enthusiastic admiration
of his opera " "Figaro "\ that the downfall of the in-
trigues against its first representation at Vienna, and
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Its brilliant reception at Prague, Oct. 14, 1787, was
secured. Mozart wrote for her the concert aria " Bella
mia fiamma ", and she was the first to sing in public
Beethoven's 4l Ah perfido ".
Dussek (Sophia> Born at Edinburgh, 1775 ; daughter
of Domenico Corri, an eminent Italian teacher. In-
structed by her father, she at a very early age per-
formed in public. In 1788 the family removed to
London, where in 1792 she married J. L. Dussek, the
celebrated pianist and composer, under whose instruc-
tion she became an able pianist and harpist. Pub-
lished many pieces for piano and harp.
Dussek (Olivia). {'See Buckley;.
Dussek (Veronica;. (See Cianchettini).
Duvaf Ollle.; Was a singer at the Grand Opera, Paris,
and in great repute about the year 1720. Wrote the
music to the ballet * k Les Gfnit#''\ which was per-
formed at the Grand Opera, 1736. This was the first
work by a female composer to be performed at this
conservative institution. Also the author of a vocal
instruction book : "Methode agreable et utile pour
apprendre facilement a chanter juste et avec gout,.
etc. , Paris, 1741. Madame Diival died at Paris, 1769.
Eastlake (Lady Elizabeth;. English writer. Born iSi6 ;
died 1852. Author of "Music and the Art of
Dress", London, 1852.
Eaton (Frances;. English composer of ' k The Fire Slave '%
cantata for chorus, soli and piano, and various other
works.
El I Ico tt (Rosalind Frances). English composer, daughter
of the Bishop of Gloucester, Born at Cambridge Nov.
14, 1857. Writer of two Piano Trios, in D and G ;
Quartet in F. a Sonata in D and other compositions ;
also music for cello, piano pieces and vocal compo-
sitions. Of her various Cantatas, the ; ! Birth of Sony, ' *
for Soli, chorus and orchestra, was performed with
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great success at the Gloucester Musical Festival 1892,
, the soprano solo being sung by Madame Xordlca.
Also wrote the cantata Ct Elysium ", for soli, chorus
and orchestra (Gloucester Festival, 1889), and ss Henri/
of yiivarre", for men's voices, 1894; various part-
songs, duets, songSj etc.
Among her other important works may be men-
tioned : Dramatic overture for orchestra (Gloucester,
iSS6 ; Crystal Palace, 1891 ; etc.); Concert overture
(St. James' Hall, i8S6j ; Festival overture (Cheltenham
Festival, 1893); Fantasia in A minor for piano and
orchestra (Gloucester Festival, 1895).
Her compositions have secured her an honorable
place among women composers.
Erdmannsdoerfer * Pauline, nee Fichtner). German com-
poser ; born at Vienna,, June 28, 1847. Excellent
pianist, pupil of Liszt. Played with great success in
public, and was appointed Court pianist to the Grand
Duke of Weiinar. Married in 1874 to Max Erdmanns-
rloerier, the well-known composer and Kapellmeister.
Published a number of piano pieces and songs (Braut-
lied, Tiirkische Ijebeslieder, etc.). Also ' 4 Zwei Fan-
tasiestiicke ** for violin and piano.
Eschborn (Nina). German composer and excellent harp
player. Is the author of : Alpenlieder, Valse Es~
pagnole, etc., for voice and piano ; several vocal
duets, and a number of compositions for the harp.
Esta brook (G ). American contemporary composer of
over forty songs, published by various music houses.
Also writer of an operetta, " T?tJou#t, or tke Tuurna-
Hit hf "
Eversofe (Rose 31.). American song writer.
Evans (May GarrettsorO, of the Peabody Graduates
School of Music, Baltimore, lid., is the author of
44 Musical Subjects for Examinations and Review
Lessons' 1 .
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Fa fa re Olarie). Fench contemporary composer of piano
music (Slouches et Paplllons, Reponds Moi, etc. j.
Fahrbach (Henrietta). German composer; daughter of
the well-known dance composer, Fahrbach. Pub-
lished quite a number of compositions, among which,
may lie mentioned : Op. 7 Idylle, op. 9 Reverie, op.
ir Characterstiick, op. 12 Idylle, op. 50 three songs,
etc.
Fa 1st (Clara). German composer of a number of songs :
Altdeutsches Lied, \Viegenlied, Viel tausend Bliim-
lein, Xngeborgs Lied, etc.
Fare (Florence). English writer of a number of popular
dances.
Farley (Marion). American composer of songs (Xight
Song, Coming of the Song, To a Rose, etc.).
Farrenc (Jeanne Louise, maiden name Dumont). French
composer ; born at Paris, May 31, 1804. Pupil of
Reicha (harmony), and Moscheles and Hummel
(piano). One of the most remarkable and talented
female composers of her century. At an early age
she composed both for the orchestra and piano, and
after studying harmony with Reicha, published num-
erous compositions of sterling merit. Schumann in
reviewing her Variations op. 17 was so impressed with
their excellency that he at first doubted their being
her own unassisted work.
Her two Symphonies and three Overtures for full
orchestra, as well as several of her more important
compositions, have been frequently performed in
public.
Several of her works for chamber music were
awarded prizes offered by the Academic des Beaux
Arts, Paris. Her series of piano studies *' I/Bcole du
Pianist", are well known and highly valued by
teachers.
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A list of her compositions is as follows : Two
Symphonies for large orchestra ; three Overtures for
orchestra ; a Xonet and Sextet for strings; two Quin-
tets (op. 30, 31), for piano, violin, alto, cello and bass ;
several Trios for piano, violin and cello ; a Trio for
piano, clarinet and cello, op. 44 ; a Trio for piano,
flute and cello, op. 45 ; several Sonatas (op. 37, 39),
and other pieces for violin and piano ; various Sona-
tas for cello and piano ; a number of piano solo com-
positions, as well as for 4 hands, and various songs.
The following works are for flute and piano : Opus
15, 1 6, 19, 20, 21 and 22.
Farrenc is the editor and compiler of " Le Tresor
d9 PianiBtes ", a remarkable collection of ancient and
modern piano music, published in 20 parts by I^educ
of Paris, from 1861-1872.
This real anthology of music contains the chef*'
iTiknire of all the classical masters of the clavecin
and piano from the i6th century down to Weber and
Chopin, as well as more modern works of the highest
value. The collection will always remain a most
remarkable and valuable work.
She has also published the highly valuable compila-
tion, ** Traite des Abbreviations, employes par les
Clavecinistes du XYH et XVIII Siecles ", reviewing
the works of Bull, Byrd^ Orlando Gibbons, Paradies,
Purcell, Rameau, Schwanenberg, Zipoldi, etc.
In 1873 she retired on a State pension ; and died at
Paris, Sept. 15, 1875. Her daughter
Farrenc (Victorine Louise), who was born at Paris, Feb.
23, 1826, showed similar remarkable talent as her
mother, of whom she was a pupil. She appeared
with great success as pianist at Paris and Brussels,,
and is the composer of a number of meritorious songs
and piano pieces. She died, after a lingering illness
of twelve years, at Paris, Jan. 3, 1859.
Fay f Amy). American musician and author of "Music
Stud}* in Germany '% an interesting, gossipy work on
music life in Germany. The "book has passed through
several editions.
Fechner (Pauline). Polish contemporary composer and
talented pianist. Published quite a number of piano
pieces, among which may be named: Op. 7 Valse
brill ; op. S Caprice ; Reverie, etc.
Felsenthal (Amalie). German composer ; bora at Iser-
lohn, 1841. Has published a number of piano pieces,
but is best known by her excellent children songs, of
which op. S and 9, a set of fifty have been translated
and published as i4 Dorothy's Songs " (London).
Ferrari (Carlotta). Italian composer; born at Lodi, Jan.
27, 1837. Pupil of Mazzucato, Strepponi and Pozzini
at the Milan Conservatory. Talented writer of dra-
matic music.
Her fust opera, " Ugo*\ was finished in 1857, but
such were the objections to her sex by the various
managers to whom she presented her work that, in
order to secure its public performance, she was obliged
to pay the entire expense of the first performance^
which occurred at the Santa Radagonda Theatre,
Milan, July 24, 1857. The opera scored an emphatic
and complete success, and from that time on man-
agers were only to happy to secure any of her works.
Her second opera, "Sofia" (first performance at
Milan, iS66), was equally successful, having a continu-
ous run of several weeks ; as did likewise her third
opera, "Eleanor* (TAbored^ (Milan, 1871).
A fine Grand Mass, written for the Cathedral of
Xodi, iS6S, procured for her the government commis-
sion to write a Requiem for the anniversary of the
death of King Charles Albert (performed successfully
at Turin, July 22, 1868). She was likewise comrnis-
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sioned to write a Cantata in honor of the visit of a
Roman Deputation at Turin.
Besides the above "works, Farrari has published a
number of songs and part-songs, among which are a
number in Canon form, of which she is said to be one
of the greatest masters. They consist of "Six Canons*'
for three voices and piano, '"Twelve Canons' 1 for three
voices, published by Breitkopf & Hartel, and ''Six:
Melodies in Canon form", published by Ricordi. Pou-
gin speaks of her talent as remarkable.
Ferrari fGabriella). Talented contemporary French com-
poser, pupil of Ketten, Dubois and Gounod. Wrote
a number of orchestral works (Suites Symphoniques,
etc.), various piano pieces (Rhapsodic Espagnole,
Papillons, Menuet Louis XXV etc.), and a number of
songs f A une fiancee; Sous bois; La songe du poete;
rAimee). Also a comic opera "Le Demur awtoirr" t
which was performed for the first time at the Theatre
Mondain, June n, 1895.
FIchtner, see Erdmannsdoerfer.
Fitzgerald (Lady Edward]; is the author of a number of
pretty songs f I remember how my childhood fleeted
by, etc.)
Fletcher (Alice C.) Assistant in American Ethnology,
Peabody Museum, Harvard University. Author of
a very interesting article on U A study of Omaha In-
dian music", published "with numerous music illustra-
tions.
Flower (Eliza). English composer and poetess. Bom
Harlow, April 19, 1803; died Bee. 12, 1846. Published
"Musical illustrations of the Waverly Novels' \
London 1831, which displays considerable imagination
and talent. Also a number of other works of a similar
character. Of her various part-songs, <4 Xow pray we
for our country'" is greatly admired. A set of "Hymns
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and Anthems' 1 * were written for service at Finsbiiry
Chapel, London.
Ftotow (Martha von). Daughter of the opera composer
Flotow (^MtirtJia^, "Stradellfi", etc.) has written a
number of pleasing songs, published by Sulzbach >
Berlin.
Foa (Eugenia). French writer, author of the work "Les
PetifsJlfasii'iaius" 1 , Paris, 1840, which contains biogra-
phical notices of Palestrina, Michael Lambert, Tar-
tini, Joseph Haydn; Xaumann and Mozart.
Fodor (Josephine Mainviell) the celebrated vocalist, bom
at Paris 1793, is the author of the work: '^Reflexions
et Conseils surl'art du chant 11 . Paris, Perrotin 1857.
FoSvIlIe (Juliette). Belgian composer and gifted violinist,
bom at Liege, January 6, 1870. Composed a set of
orchestral suites (Scenes Champetre, Scenes d'Hiver,
etc.), a Violin concerto and other compositions of
merit. Her opera "AtaliC* was performed at Lille,
1892, with considerable success.
Fortcy (Mary Comber). English contemporary pianist
and composer, author of 4 *How to teach the piano-
forte to young beginners**, London, 1883, and writer
of a number of songs (Castles in Spain; Going to
sleep; etc.)
Fortmague (Baroness de). Composer of an opera il Bi
a it fa TV r ilia* \ which was produced at Touloiise >
France 1897.
Fowles (Margaret F.) Contemporary English pianist,
organist and conductor of the Ryde (Isle-of-AVight)
Choral Union, the concerts of which she conducted
for twenty years, retiring in 1894. Author of a number
of anthems, and hymn tunes, also of several songs.
Frankel (Gisela). German contemporary composer. Pub-
lished a. t 'Bt)cfi3ite7tymnt'' 1 '' for mixed chorus and a .
number of piano compositions (Romanze, Gavotte,
Kocturne, etc.)
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Francois (Emmy von). German composer. Writer of
marciies for military band, and various piano com-
positions,
Frazer (Mrs. Allan H.). Contemporary song writer
(Cupid in the garden, Hush thee, etc.
Freud en berg (Frl. von). German writer. Published in
17283 at Leipzig, a theoretical work, fct Kurze Anfneh-
nmg zum Generalbass ". A second edition was
printed 1733, a third 1744, and a fourth, revised, 1752.
Fricker (Anne). English composer and poetess ; bom
about 1820. Writer of many pleasing songs, of which
** Fading away " first brought her into notice. Among
her other songs may be mentioned: A Harvest Hymn,
Angel of peace, Regret, Autumn breezes, Phyllis fair,
etc.
Frugoni (Bertha'. Italian composer, of whom Ricordl
publishes a number of piano compositions.
Gabriel |_Mary Ann Virginia]. English composer. Bom
at Banstead, Feb. 7, 1825 ; died at London , Aug. 7,
1877, from the effects of a carriage accident. Her
teachers were Pixis, Dohler, Thalberg and Molique..
Wrote a number of cantatas, of which the best known,
are : 6 ' E vangeline ' \ ct Dreamland ' * , and * * Grazi-
ella"; and the operettas " Widow's Beicitcfted" (had
a long run in 1867), ** Grass Wid<nc&*\ " SfapJierd of
C'ornoicaflh**'', " Wlt&'s tJte Hdr"\ and **J. Mainy
Day ". Also a number of part-songs and piano
pieces." Miss Gabriel is best known by her numerous
and tuneful songs, of which : "When sparrows build.
Ruby, Parted, \Veary, and several others have had a
world-wide reputation.
Gade (Margaret). English song \rriter. Of her songs
the best known are ie Forgotten ", and tl When hearts
grow old ".
Gail-Garre (Edme Sophie). French dramatic composer.
Bom at Paris, 1775 ; died there, 1819. Talented
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writer of several operas, of which her first, " Les dtnz
Monx*\ opera comique, was successfully performed
at Paris, 1813 ; and another, " Angela* 1 > was written
with the colaboration of Boieldieu. Two other operas
are: "Mile, de Lautwy'\ opera comique (first per-
formance Theatre Feyden, 1813); and " La Jleprise "
(iSiSj. Her last opera, "La Serenade", scored a
great success at Paris, iSiS.
She is the author of the well-known barcarolle
" O Pescator delTonda' 1 , and of a number of pretty
songs ( ki Votis qui priez, priez pour moi ", very popu-
lar;; also part-songs and piano pieces.
Gallois (Mine. Phillippej. French contemporary com-
poser. Published a number of songs and piano
pieces. Several Ballets have been frequently played
by the Paris theatres.
Gal Son I ^ Adolf a). Italian composer of vocal and instru-
mental music, and author of the opera, *'/ quattra
Garcia de Beriot (see Malibranj.
Gaschin-Rosenberg (Countess Fanny > German com-
poser ; bom at Thorn, iSiS. Excellent pianist, pupil
of Liszt, Thalberg and Henselt ; created a sensation
by her excellent and brilliant playing. Her composi-
tions consist of a number of piano pieces, among
which may be mentioned a very popular lt Reverie ";
also op. 9 Charme brise, op. lu Poeme Harmonique,
op. ii Bourrasque musicale, etc.
Gates ( Alice Avery,. American writer of so"gs (Bitter
sweet, June slumber, etc. ;.
Gay i Marie SopMe). French composer. Born at Paris,
1 776 ; died there, 1852. Talented pianist, and writer of
a number of piano compositions and several cantatas.
Gaynor (Jessie L. ). American composer; born at St.
Louis, Ho. , of Scotch and American parentage. Tal-
ented pupil of Louis Maas, with whom she studied
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piano, theory and harmony. Mrs. Gaynor's songs
are bright ancl appeal to those who appreciate whole-
some sentiment without mawkish nonsense. Among
her compositions are an 4 * Album of Seven Songs '%
" Rose Song Collection ", etc.
In addition to songs s Mrs. Gaynor has written piano
music, quartets for male and female voices, etc.
Cfefger t Constanzej. German composer ; daughter of
Joseph Geig-r, the composer of the opera "Wlit*t<t'";
bom at Vienna, 1836. Appeared as an infant prodigy
In public, giving piano recitals while scarcely 6 years
old, creating quite a sensation b\ T her playing.
Of her published works, consisting of vocal and in-
strumental compositions, the following deserve men-
tion ; Op. 4 Ave Maria, for soprano solo, chorus and
organ ; op. 6 Duettino for tenor and bass with piano ;
op, 5, S and 9 a series of waltzes ; op. 15 Romanize,
and a set of Xocturnes.
Genlis i Countess Stephanie Feiicite -. French composer*
born at Cliampcerie 1746, died 1.^30. A very talented
amateur, playing with rare skill a numl>er of instru-
ments. Author of a method for the harp, and a num-
ber of compositions for the harp and other instru-
ments.
Germain (Sophie). French writer, born at Paris 1776,
died 1831. Was an eminent mathematician, and has
written several valuable works on the laws of vibra-
tion and kindred subjects.
Gibson (Louisa-. English writer, born in London 1833.
Author of 4t A First Book on the Theory of Music,
applied to the Pianoforte," London, 6th edition, 1876 ;
and a number of songs.
Glgooux i, Mile.;. French contemporary composer of tal-
ent, her most important work being u La Vision fie
Jeanne d'Arc", scene lyrique, which was first per-
formed in 1890.
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Gizycka-Zamoyska (Countess Ludmilla). Hungarian
composer, bom at Tyrnau, residing at Vienna. Pupil
of Nottebolmi, Heuberger and Robert Fuchs. Her
compositions, frequently pla\-ed in public, consist in
part of : Op. I Polish Melodies, op. 2 Eight Songs,
op. 3 Three Serenades, op. 10 Sarabande and Gavotte,
op. ii Ballade Polonaise, op. 12 Petite Valse, op, 18
Roccoco Gavotte, and a number of songs.
Gleason (Mary \V.). Songwriter.
Glen (Annie). Born of English parents at Agra, India,
Aug. 14, 1859. An excellent musician, and author of
4 'How to Accompany", an interesting little work;
and tl Music in its Social Aspect".
Glover (Sarah A. j. English musician and teacher. Bom
at Norwich, 1785 ; died at Mai vern, Oct. 20, 1867.
She invented the Tonic Sol-fa system of musical nota-
tion, which Curwen afterwards modified and changed
until its present form was reached.
Although no doubt the success of the system is due
to Curwen's constant labors in its cause, credit must
be given Miss Glover for inventing a system which is
"beyond doubt the one most satisfactory to the teacher
who has large numbers of pupils to deal with. She
published u A Manual of the Xorwit h Sol-fa System "
(1845), and u Manual containing a Development of
the Tetrachordal System "*, London, 1850.
The system was awarded a prize of honor at the
"Grand contours orpheonique" at the World's Fair,
Paris, 1867.
Goddard (Arabella), the celebrated pianist, was born of
English parents at St. Servan, near St. Malo, Brit-
tany, Jan. 12, 1836. At the age of four she performed
in public, and at six -received instruction from Kalk-
brenner. For several years she studied piano with
J, \V. Davison (whom she married in 1860) and Thal-
"berg, and harmony with G. A. Macfarren. In 1854-5
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she made a concert tour in Germany, playing at the
Gewandhaus concerts, Leipzig, Jan. n, 1855. She
published a Ballade, and some piano pieces.
Goerres (Maria Vespemiannj. German contemporary
composer of vocal and instrumental music. Of her
printed works may be mentioned : Op. 3 Sacred
songs, with organ obligate ; op. 5 four hand pieces ;
op. S Aus den Bergen.
Goetze (Augustej. Celebrated vocalist and teacher. Bom
at Weimar, Germany, 1840 ; daughter of the eminent
vocal teacher, Franz Goetze. She -was considered one
of the finest singers of Lieder in Germany. In 1875
she started an opera school at Dresden, which, was
highly successful and has attained a wide reputation,
among her pupils being von Kotzebne, Fann3* Moran-
Olden, and other celebrities. Beside teaching, she
lias devoted considerable time to composition, and her
operas 4 * Susntihn Munf&rt", ** VittoriAccoramljoni"',
** Jlagdtthhti ", and ''Elite Hti//ifaJirt*\ have been
performed in a number of cities. She has likewise
published a set of vocal studies, a Vocal Method, and
a number of songs.
Gollenhofer-Huller -Josephine). German composer and
harp-player. Published various compositions for the
harp (Monologs to " Bride of Messina" 1 , to * 4 Bride of
Orleans", etc.).
Good eve (Mrs. Arthur ). English contemporary writer of
songs and ballads I If thou must love me, Donald
Graeme, In the silver years, Fiddle and I, etc.).
Goodwin (Amina Beatrice ). English writer and pianist ;
bora at Manchester. Pupil of Reinecke and I^iszt,
and author of *"" Practical Hints on the Technique and
Touch of Pianoforte Playing", 1892. Also various
piano compositions.
Gossfer i Clara von). German composer, of whom a num-
ber of piano pieces and songs are printed at I^eipzig.
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Cougelet (Madame). French composer of the latter part
of the iSth century, living at Paris. Published " l Une
llethode ou Abrege des regies d'accompagnement du
clavecin*', Paris, 1771.
Grab (Isabella von). German composer. Author of op.
I Denx Marche fnnebre ; op. 2 Impromtu, op. 3
Dramatisches FantasiebM, op. 4 Songs without
words, etc.
Grabowska (Countess Clementine). Polish composer.
Bom at Posen, 1771 ; died at Paris. Author of a num-
ber of piano compositions, among them a Sonata op.
2. Also a number of very characteristic Polonaises.
Craever (Madeleine). Dutch pianist and composer ; born
in Amsterdam, 1830. Pupil of Bertelsmann, Moscheles
and Litolff. Concertized with success in England,
France, Holland and Germany, and resided during
1861 in New York. Appointed in 1863 Court pianist
to the Queen of Belgium. Her compositions are
mostly for the piano (la Ronde des Fan tomes, le
Reveil des Printemps, 1'Attente, etc.).
Cratiam (Maria). Scottish -writer, author of "A few
words on the formation of the major and minor scales,
in a letter to her pupils '\ London, 1852.
Crandval (Maria Felice Clemence de Reiset, Vicomtesse
de). French composer ; born at the Chateau de la
Cour-de-Bois, France, Jan. 21, 1830. Dramatic writer
of great ability, pupil of Flotow and Saint-Saens, te-
ceived also for a time some instruction from Chopin.
Mme. de Grandval is undoubtedly one of the foremost
female composers of our time, her works, embracing
all forms of composition, show a wealth of harmony,
a knowledge of effects, truly marvelous. Particularly
her church compositions are considered among the
best f modem writers.
Of her compositions, deserving special mention, are
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the operas : '*" Le Sou de Ltee " (first performance at
the Bouffe Parisiennes, Paris, 1859); " Le* fiancees de
Rosa " (Theatre Lyrlque, 1863); ''La Gomfes&a Eta '*
(Baden-Baden, 1864!; '* La Penitente" (Paris, 1868);
and tf Piccolino"' (Theatre Italien, 1869). Another
opera is called e * Le BonclUr de Dinm<tnt*\ and her
last one, '*" llazeppft *\ In 4 -acts, was first performed
with snccess at Bordeaux, April, 1892.
A lyric scene, "La Fret~\ for soli, chorus and
orchestra, received its first hearing at the Salle Yenta-
dour, Paris, 1875.
Her church compositions consist of Mass No. I , for
three solo voices, chorus and orchestra (first perform-
ance at the Atheneum, Paris, April I, 1867); Mass
No, 2, for soli, chorus and orchestra ( first representa-
tion at the Paris Conservatory); the Oratorios <4 Sainte
Agnes" ''Concert Spirituel, Paris, April 13, 1876, and
Nimes, 1902;; and kfc La Fille de Jaire " (won the Ros-
sini prize , a Stabat Plater for soli, choms and orches-
tra, containing a very fine ** March, to Calvary 1T and
a beautiful 4t juxta Cnicem", was received most
enthusiastically "by critics at Its first representation,
April, 1870.
She has likewise written a 4t Pater Xoster**, for
soprano, piano and organ; several ** O Salutaris'%
and various other church compositions (Benedictus
3 voices, organ and piano; Gratias, 2 voices; etc.).
Of orchestral and concerted music may be men-
tioned : An Overture for grand orchestra ; *' Esquis-
ses symphoniques " for orchestra (first performance
by Colonne at the Concerts Populaires, March S,
iS74 ; Trio Xo. i, op. 7, for piano, violin and cello ;
a Sonata op. S for violin and piano ; a Suite for flute
and piano ; a Concertino and several other works for
violin and piano ; also a number of piano pieces
(Xoctumes I. and IL, etc.).
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Her vocal compositions consist of t4 Jeanne D'Arc '%
grand seen a, for alto voice with piano and organ ; an
"Album of Songs"; ts Les Lucioles*', reverie for
mezzo soprano, violin solo, piano and organ ; and
various songs and duets (Chanson d'Autrefois, SI
j'etais Dieu, Rapelle Toi, etc.).
Hippolyte Buffenoir lias published a biography :
"Madame de Grandval" (Paris, Mirabeauj.
ray (Louisa ; Mrs. Abingdon Compton), Contemporary
English amateur composer, whose operetta " Betwtn,
Two Stooh" has been performed at many places.
Also composed a number of songs (What an angel
heard, Evening star, etc.).
Greene (Edith). English contemporary composer of
promise. Has written a symphony for orchestra
which was successfully performed at London, 1895.
Is also the author of a Sonata for violin and piano,
and other works of real merit.
retry (Lucille). French composer ; born at Paris, 1770.
Daughter of Gretry, the celebrated dramatic writer
(author of "Richard Coenr da-Lion !1 , etc.). Lucille
inherited her father's musical talent, whose pupil she
was. While scarcely sixteen years old her operetta,
* l Le Marriage d* Antonio", was successfully performed
at the Comedie-Italienne, 1786. At the same theatre
another of her operas, ' Toiuettf ef Louis ", was given
the following year. Unfortunately this talented
young woman died, after a short illness, in 1794,
scarcely twenty-four years old.
Grlebel (Thekla). German contemporary composer. Her
opera, *' Schoen Karin ", was performed in 1895 at the
theatre atBreslau, and at Copenhagen, Dec. 9, 1899.
Griswold (Gertrude). American contemporary composer
of songs, of which "What the chimney sang " is best
known.
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Gro (Josephine). American writer of piano music and
songs (Something more, With shy "brown eyes, La
Tambourine, etc.).
Gronan (Minna). (See Brinkmann.)
Groom (Mrs., ntffltrilkinson). English vocalist and
composer; dien May, 1867. Writer of a number of
songs, of which A * Over the Sea M is probably the best
known.
Guenln (Mile.). French composer ; born at Amiens,
1791. Composed at the age of sixteen the music to
the opera ^'Dap/iufo t Atua/tthea"^, which was greatly
admired.
Guerre (Elizabeth Claude Jaqaet de la). French com-
poser ; born at Paris, 1669. A remarkable fine clave-
cinist, who, scarcely fifteen years old, created a pro-
found sensation by her wonderful playing, as well as
by her meritorious compositions. The opera " Ctpfi-
ilt it JW/'iV, which she wrote and published in
1694, was performed at the Royal Academic, Paris.
Also wrote a number of Cantatas, several books of
Sonatas, and various other compositions for the clave-
cin. A fine Te Detrai was performed in 1721 at the
Louvre during the celebration ceremonies on the
King's recovery. Died at Paris, 1729.
Guest (Jeanne Marie). English composer; bom at Bath,
about 1769. Was the daughter of Ralph Guest, a
talented organist, who was also her teacher. She has
written several Concertos (M.S.), a number of pieces
and voluntaries for the organ, sonatas and other
works for the piano, and the cantata "The Afflicted
African ' ' .
Quid I (Teresa). Italian contemporary composer. Author
of various operas, ( 44 a yozza di .FiVwnwa" and
Gunn (Anna, nee Young). English writer and musician.
Author of the elementary work s " An Instruction to
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Music". A second edition was published at Edin-
burgh s 1820.
Gyde (Margaret). English contemporary pianist and
composer ; born in London. Pupil of "W. C. and G.
A. Macfarren. Winner of the Sterndale Bennett
Prize, 1879; Potter Prize, iSSo ; Lady Goldsmid
Scholarship, iSSi. Her works consist of two violin
Sonatas (G minor and C minor), piano pieces
(Scherzo, Tarantella, Irnpromtus, etc.), organ music,
and a number of songs.
Haass (Maria Catharina). German composer, writer and
editor; born at Ottweiler, Feb. 29, 1844. Pupil of
Friedrich Lnx. She was editor of the juvenile jour-
nal, "Musikalische Jugendpost", which was con-
ducted in a most able manner. Her compositions
consist of a number of piano pieces for 2 and 4 hands,
duos for harmonium, songs, trios, etc. Of her liter-
ary works may be mentioned, 4t KLuenstlerleben " and
44 Musikanten Geschichten ''.
Habicht (Emma). German writer. Author of u Recol-
lections of Chopin ' \ v, hich she published under the
nom-de-plum of Mrs. C. E. EL
Hackett (Mariaj. English musician. Bom Nov. 14, 1783 ;
died Hackney, London, Nov. 5, 1874. Author of ** A
brief account of Cathedral and Collegiate Schools",
London, 1827; "A popular account of St. Paul's
Cathedral ", London, 1816 ; and a number of songs.
Greatly interested in the education of cathedral
choir boys, and to encourage the composition of
church music, she founded the Gresham prize medal
in 1831.
Haenel de CronenthaS (Marquiese Louise Auguste de).
Talented French amateur ; bom 1839. Pupil of
Staznaty, Franchomme and Demersemann. Her
works consist of : 4 symphonies. 22 sonatas, a string
quartet, a "Romance dramatique" for cello and
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piano, a number of piano compositions, and the opera
t( La Nuit d'epreuve", which was performed with
success at the Paris Exposition, 1867, and is remark-
able on account of the numerous original Chinese
melodies introduced therein. A gold medal was
awarded by the Exposition for this work.
Hale (Mrs. Irene), American composer. Songs : Five
little white heads, Mystery, We'll go no more a-rov-
ing, etc. Published a number of piano compositions
under the nom-de-plum " Victor Rene 7 ".
Ham brock (Mathilde). German composer. The follow-
ing compositions appear in print : Op. ,6 two songs,
op. ii a set of four hand pieces, op. 12 three pieces
for violin and piano, etc.
Kama n (Elizabeth). Song writer (Barbara Fritchie, etc.).
Hammer (Marie von). American composer ; daughter of
Albert H. Wood, well-known at one time as composer
and pianist. Many of her songs (Good night ; A fair,
good man ; Gonclellied ; etc.) have been favorably
received. Wrote a Romanza for cello and piano, etc.
Handley (Dephine). (See Schauroth.)
d* Hardelot (Guy ; Mrs. Rhodes). Contemporary French
composer ; residing at London. Author of a number
of songs, which, combining French lightness and ele-
gance of style with the naivete' of theBnglish ballad,
are great favorites with the celebrated singer, Mme.
Calve".
Of her best known may be named : Avec Toi, Sans
Toi, Chanson de ma vie, La fermiere, Invocation,
Serenade, Sous les branches, Mignon, Say yes, Valse
des libellules, etc. Also an operetta, " ElU et Lnie'\
Hardy (Mrs. Charles S.). American writer of songs : A
child's complaint, Fir tree, A Song, etc.
Harraden (Ethel). English contemporary composer,
sister of the novelist, is the author of the opera " The
Taboo " (produced with some success at the Trafalgar
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Square Theatre, London, 1895), the operetta is $1*
Lttst Chance", and the" cantata "Pearl" for treble
voices. Also several violin compositions, and various
choruses and songs.
Harrison (Annie Fortescue), wife of Lord Arthur Hill.
English writer of songs, of which the song "In the
gloaming " and "We meet again " attained consider-
able popularity ; and her operettas, " The Ferry Girl'""
(1883), and " The Lost Husband" (1884) were both
!>erformed at London.
Hat-land (Lizzie). English contemporary composer. Her
dramatic cantata "Coeur de Lion" was performed
at West Bromwich, Feb., iSSS. Has likewise written
a cantata for female voices, * { Queen of the Roses ' ' ;
many songs, part-songs, and piano compositions.
Heale (H .) English composer ; born London, Feb.
14, 1855. Author of several cantatas ("Epithala-
mion ", " Watersprite ", etc.), and numerous choruses
for female voices, and songs ; a Piano Method, various
piano and violin compositions, and compiler of a
" Class Singing Book ".
Heckscher (Celeste D.). American composer, who has
published a number of songs (Serenade, Gypsy Lul-
laby, Why I love thee, etc.), as well as piano music.
Heldenreich (Henrietta). German composer of a num-
ber of violin compositions (op. 2 Duo concertante, op.
3 Duo brillant, etc.
Helm-Brehm (Matilde). German composer. Author of
instructive pieces for the violin and piano.
Heinke (Ottilie). German contemporary composer, bom
at Breslau and living at Berlin. Composer of a num-
ber of charming characteristic piano pieces of merit
(op. 12 Kiudermasjkenball, op. 16 Xine pieces in dance
form, etc.). Also two Romances op. 17 for cello and
piano.
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Helnslus (Clara;. German composer, bom at Berlin,
1801. Pupil of Rungenhagen. A number of her
* * Lieder mid Balladen ' ' were published in 1819. Died
at Berlin, Maxell n, 1823,
fieitmann (Mathilde). German composer of songs (op.
3 Sixteen Children Songs, etc.;; also a number of
vocal studies, of which, op. 2 Is a set of 4t 21 Melodic
Solfeggios*".
Heller s Ottilie). German composer of songs fRitters-
ah'chied,Sehnsucht,F::cherbraut 1 etc.). Also a num-
"her of piano pieces of a medium grade.
Hendrlch-Merta (Marie}. German composer; "born at
Salzburg, Oct. 7, 1852. Talented musician, who lias
written a Trio for violin, cello and piano ; also piano
music and songs i Exidlich. doch, Grnss } Gnte Xacht).
Henn (Angelica i. German composer ; bom at Pforzheim,
Talented pupil of Kalliwoda. Her most important
works are the opera 4 * Dit Ihi#c *:*/ L&tthfm "\ and a
* * Mlsm So If in a i* " * . Published a number of songs and
instrumental pieces.
Hensel (Ottavia). Author of k * The Khinegold Triology ' ' ,
the musical novel 4i Imperia ", and 4% Life and Letters
of L. 31. Gottschalk".
Hensel (Fanny Cecilia), the eldest child of the Mendels-
sohn family, was bom at Hamburg, Nov. 14, 1805,
and died at Berlin, 3Iay 17, 1847. She was a pupil of
Berger, and became a brilliant pianist, of whom Men-
delssohn, who "was tenderly attached to her, fre-
quently spoke of as ll being a better player than him-
self ". Her most important work is a Trio in D f op.
u, for violin, cello and piano, which was published
after her death. She excelled In songs and piano
pieces, several of ivhich were published under her
brother's name, namely, Xos. 2, 3 and 12 of opus 8;
and Xos. 7, 10 and 12 of opus 9.
She also wrote several choruses to Goethe's "Faust"
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and other part-songs, various songs and a number of
piano compositions, of which opus 2, 4, 5, 6 and S are
41 Songs without Words '*.
Fanny Hansel's death, like that of her famous
brother, was sudden ; and it is far from unlikely that
both were due, in greater or less measure, to the same
cause overstrain of mental powers in early life.
Heritte-Viardot (Louise Pauline Marie), daughter of the
celebrated singer Yiardot Garcia, and niece of Mali-
bran and Manuel Garcia,
.This talented woman was bom at Paris, Dec. 14,
1841, and from her youth was reared in a musical
atmosphere. At 21 she married a Mr. Heritte, French
Consul at the Cape of Good Hope, where she settled
for a time. Returning to Europe, she was appointed
to a professorship at the Imperial Conservatory at St.
Petersburg, lemaining there for four years. The
climate not agreeing, she returned to Paris, devoting
her entire time to composition and teaching. In
iS86 she settled at Berlin, conducting an opera school
of singing with great success. Of her compositions
the following deserve mention: the operas: '"Btifhus
Ftd *\ and "Lirulorv" (performed at Weimar 1879);
a cantata ** Wonne cles Himmels " for soli, chorus and
orchestra; three Quartets for piano, violin, alto and
cello ; four Quartets for strings ; the cantata ' " Die
Bajadere" for chorus and orchestra; a Sonata for
two pianos ; 2 piano trios ; a set of 40 Vocalises, vari-
ous part songs, and a number of songs for one voice
(Die dunklen Wolken, Jager's Abendlied ; Nun ruht
und schlummert Alles, Das Reh, etc.).
_Hertz (Hedwig). German composer, writer of a number
, of small choruses, songs and piano pieces.
Herzogenberg (Elizabeth von). German composer, wife
of the talented composer Heinrich von Herzogenberg.
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Has published a number of piano compositions
(Rieter-Biedermaxm , publisher; .
Heuberger (Jenny). German vocalist and teacher, bom
at tassel, July 13, 1831, is the author of a number of
songs (Morgenstaendchea, etc.)
Hill \LadyArfhiir). (See Annie Harrison).
Hill (Mildred J.). American song writer, born Louisville,
Ky. (Perfect day. Apart, 3Iy star, Love's paradise,
Smiles and frowns, To Aathea, a Sleep song, etc.)
HInrichs (Marie), wife of Robert Franz, the eminent Ger-
man song writer, was a composer of songs of consid-
erable ability (Bu welker Domenstrauch, Ihr Bild,
Eine alte Kunde, etc.). Born 1828 ; died at Halle,
May 5, 1891.
Hodges (Faustina Hasse). American composer, who died
Feb., i $95, was the daughter of the well-known
organist Edward Hodges, and herself an organist of
ability. Of her song u Rose Bush.'", a favorite of
Adelaide Phillips, the celebrated singer, over 100,000
copies were sold. Her compositions consist of church,
music, piano pieces and songs.
Holland (Caroline). English, conductor and composer of
some tuneful part-songs. She has also written the
cantata u Miss Kilmansegg M , produced 1883, and the
choral ballad "After the Skirmish ", for chorus and
orchestra, 1896.
Holm berg (Mine. Betty). Norwegian composer. Author
of a fine ** Suite 1 ' for violin and piano ? beside other
violin compositions.
Holmes (Auguste). This talented lady was born 1850, at
Versailles, of Irish parents. A more highly endowed
woman can scarcely be found; a beautiful singer,
artistic pianist, writer of excellent poetry, and a
recognized musical composer of high. rank.. She is a
pupil of Saint-Saens and Cesar Frank, and considered
one of the foremost female composers of France,
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Of her various operas " Hero ef Leanclre " received
a flattering reception at its first performance, 1874.
Two other successful operas are: " Astarte'" and
" La nc dot du Lac ' '. Her last opera * * Let Foret Soir ' *,
which she brought out 1895, was rather a disappoint-
ment, not comparing with her former works, partly
due to the weak libretto.
Her most important works are her orchestral com-
positions, consisting of the Suites : a Irlande ", " Les
Argonautes % 1 , " Pologne ' \ u Laudus pro Patria ' ' ,
"TAndante Pastorale n , and the overture to 4 'Hero
and Leandre ". These are frequently performed in
public. Her most recent work is a symphonic poem,
4 * Andromede ' '. Then there is an " Ode Triumph-
ale", which achieved an immense success at its first
performance at the Paris Exhibition, 1889 ; also the
beautiful Psalm "In Dixit", for chorus and orches-
tra. In consequence of the indifference against the
works of woman composers, her earlier compositions
were published under the nom- de-plum of "Herman
Zenta" 1 .
Of her vocal compositions of importance may be
mentioned the cantata " Vision de la Reine" 1 with
recitative, chorus, divine voices, harp, cellos, etc.;
and the Aria with orchestral accompaniment, ' * Une
Vision de St. Therese ".
Miss Holmes has written a number of pretty songs,
of which there may be mentioned : Chemin du Ciel,
Chanson du Page, T Amour, la Princesse, Mignonne,
Hymn a Eros, Serenade Printanierre, Kypris, Hymn
a Venus, vocation, etc.
Holmes (Mary). Author of "A few words about music",
Icondon, 1851. Composer of Songs without Words
for Piano, 1850.
Hood (Helen). American composer; born at Chelsea,
Mass., June 28, 1863. Pupil of J. C. D. Parker, Paine
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and Cliadwick In harmony, and Lang and P. Scliar-
wenka, piano. Her most Important work is a Trio
for violin, cello and piano, the first probably com-
posed by an American woman.
Her songs contain such perfect geins as Disappoint-
ment, the Violet, CornishLullaby, Shepherdess, Mess-
age of the Rose, etc.
Miss Hood lias also published two Suites of violin
and piano pieces (op. 6 and 10). For her compositions
3IIss Hood received a Diploma and lledal from the
World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago.
Hopekirk (Mrs. Helen), the talented English pianist,
was born near Edinburgh. Studied several years at
the Leipzig Conservatory of Music, and with Le-
schetizky, making her debut at the Gewandhaus Con-
cert at Leipzig, Nov. 2$, 1878. She has written a
large number of songs : Under the still "white stars
i prize song,', A Face, Love Lyric,, Two Scotch songs
etc. , and various piano compositions.
Her most important work is a ** Concertstiick ** for
piano and orchestra, produced by the composer at
Henschel's Concert, Edinburgh, Nov. 19, 1594. Several
orchestral works, and a Violin Sonata are still M.S.
Horrocks (Amy Elsie). Pianist and composer. Bom of
Brittish parents, at Rio-Gran de-de-Sul, Brazil, Feb.
25, 1867. Entered London R, A. il. iSS2. Won the
Potter Exhibition Prize iSSS, and the Bennett Prize
1889. Her works consist of: A Cello Sonata in G>
op. 7 ; Variations for piano and strings, op. 1 1 ;
Legend 4< I'm line" for orchestra, op. 16 i yneen's
Hall, Feb. 6, 1897}; Incidental music to '* An Idyll of
Xew Year's Eve 15 (Chelsea, Jan., 1890); the dramatic
cantatas "The wild Swan", 44 The \Yind *\ and
"Spring Morning"; two Fairy Songs op. 15 for
soprano solo, female chorus with, string, harp and
triangle accompaniment. Also a number of popular
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songs and duets (Bird and the Rose, Ashes of Roses,
April Showers, etc.); several piano compositions (op,
1 6 Mazurka, Boat Song, etc.), and various violin
pieces.
Hortense (Eugenie de Beauhamais, Queen of Holland).
Born Paris, April 10, 1783; died Viiy, Oct. 5, 1837.
She was a pupil of Plantade, and author of the once
popular national French air " Partant pour le Syrie '%
although the composer Drouet claims the music as
his own. A num"ber of Hortense's songs were pub-
lished in album form at Paris.
d'Hovorst (Mme. Gouban). Hungarian composer, of
whom Haslinger, Vienna, published a Sonata in A
flat, for 2 pianos, and several other compositions.
Huber (Nanette). German writer, and composer of piano
music (op. 5 Variations for 4 hands, etc.).
Hudson (3Iary). English composer of the last century,
was organist at St. Olaves and St. Gregory's churches,
London, from 1790-1801. She is the author of a num-
ber of hymns and other church music. Died at Lon-
don, March 28, 1801.
Hughes (Mrs. F. J.). English writer, author of tl Har-
monies of Tones and Colours developed by Evolu-
tion ", illustrated, and published at London 1883,
Appendix 1885.
Hyndt (Aline). German composer, bom 1849, wa $ one of
the most talented pupils of Liszt. Her Symphonv in
G minor, the first performance of which she conducted
personally at Berlin 1871, scored a most decided
success.
She has written a " March for Grand Orchestra ";
41 Champagnerlied " for tenor solo, male chorus and
orchestra; <4 Traumgestalten" op. 6 for viola and
piano ; " Capriccio a la Hongrolse "op. 12 for violin
and piano ; several male choruses and various songs
and piano pieces, This talented woman, whose future
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seemed most promising, unfortunately died at the
early age of 24, about 1873.
Hunt (Mrs. Elaine). English writer, author of "Obser-
vations on the Vocal Shake", with examples and
exercises.
Hunt (Gertrude). Song writer (further notices wanting).
Hunter (Mrs. John, nee Anne Home). Born at Greenlaw,
England, 1742 ; died London, March 7, 1821. A
talented amateur composer and poetess. She wrote
the words for Haydn's Twelve Canzonettas, the first
of which Haydn dedicated to her. Writer of a num-
ber of songs, of which ' ' I/ady Anne Bothwell's I^a-
ment ' ' is the best known.
Invcrarity (BHza). Scottish vocalist and composer. Born
at Edinburgh, March, 1813 ; died at Newcastle-on-
Tyne, 1846. Public singer of some note in her days,
and composer of a number of tuneful ballads.
Jacques (Charlotte). French pianiste and composer, of
whom an operetta in I act, called " La Veillee", was
performed at the Theatre Dejazet, Paris, during De-
cember, 1862.
Jaeli-Trautermann (Marie). French composer, and wife
of the celebrated pianist Alfred Jaell. She was born
at Steinseltz, near Weissenburg, Alsace, 1846 ; and
died at Paris, 1895. Jaell-Trautermann was an excel-
lent pianist, pupil of Henri Herz at the Paris Conserv-
atory, where she gained in 1862 the first prize in the
piano class.
Of her compositions the best known are : An ex-
cellent piano method, "I^es toucher nouveaux Prin-
cipes Klementaires pour VEnseignement du Piano ",
in 3 vols. , published by Heugel, Paris.
This work has made quite a stir in musical circles
in France, and occasioned considerable controversy.
Of her other important works there may be named, a
Piano Concerto with orchestra, a Piano Quartet,
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several "Waltzes for 4 Hands, and a number of melo-
dious Salon-pieces.
An interesting study is her work " La musique et
la Psychophysiologie * 1 published by Alcan, Paris.
Janina (Olga, Countess de). Russian contemporary pian-
ist, pupil of Liszt. Residing at Paris as a popular
teacher and pianist, and writer of piano music, works
of fiction, etc.
Janotha (Nathalie). Polish composer and pianist, born
at Warsaw June S, 1856. Pupil of Clara Schumann,
and of Prof. F. \Veber (Cologne) Piano, and \Volde-
mar Bargiel, Harmony. Received a Diploma from,
the St. Cecilia Academy at Rome, and was elected
an Honorary Member of the Academies at Cracow,
London and Rome. Her compositions consist of a
number of piano pieces and songs.
Japha (Louise). German composer, bom at Hamburg
Feb. 2, 1826. She married 1858, F. \V. Langhans,
the eminent music critic and writer. Mrs. Langhans
is a pupil of Robert Schumann, and well known as
an excellent pianist, "**
Her compositions consist of several string Quartets,
a number of songs, and various pieces for piano. In
manuscript a Piano Trio, various choral works, and
an unfinished opera.
Jenks (Maud E.)- Composer of sacred music, songs and
piano pieces.
Jewell (Lucina). American composer, pupil of the N. E.
Conservatory, Boston. Author of the songs : Arbor
vitae, the Mermaiden, Crossing the Bar, Proposal,
etc. Also " Introduction and Fugue 1J for the organ,
and other works.
Jewel! (Althea Grant). American composer of songs,
etc. (In a Gondola).
Jones (Mrs. Mary Cadwalladar). American writer. Au-
thor of "The Education of the Blind in Music".
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Jordan (Mrs., .bom Bora Bland). Actress, singer and
composer. Bom near \Vaterford, 1762 ; died at St.
Cloud, near Paris, July 3, iSiS. Of her various songs,
4t Blue Bells of Scotland ", composed iSoo, lias "become
famous.
Joyce (Florence Buckingham). American song writer
(Little Boy Blue, The Dream Tree, etc.).
Kalnerstorfer (Clotilda), German contemporary church,
composer, her works being all of a high order of
merit. The following deserve particular mention :
Op. 17 4l Maxienbild", for soprano and alto, with.
organ obligate* ; op. 32 "O Sanctissima ' \ for voice
and organ; op. 40 " Adoratio Salvatoris", hymn, for
alto voice and organ ; op. 51 ** Salve Regina*^, for 6
part chorus and organ ; op. 39 44 Bittruf *\ for chorus
and organ.
Kalkhbf (Laura von). German contemporary composer.
Published a Duo for violin and piano, and various
piano works.
Kanzlcr (Josephine). German composer ; "born at Tolz,
1780. A very talented pianist and an excellent stu-
dent of counterpoint and musical literature, her
teacher "being the famous Abbe Vogler. She is the
author of two Quartets for piano, violin, alto and
cello ; several Sonatas and other piano compositions,,
a number of songs, and a treatise on harmony.
Kauth (Madame, nee Graff). Talented writer of piano
music, living during the latter part of the ifcith cent-
ury at Berlin. A number of her compositions were
published at Berlin, and one of her piano concertos
was a great favorite with Johann Bemh. Hummel,
who frequently played the same with great success at
his concerts.
Keddie (Henrietta Sarah Tytler). Scottish novelist and
writer ; born at Cupar, Fife, March 4, 1827. Author
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of " Musical composers and their works ", publlslied
at London 1875, a second edition being printed 1877.
Kellogg (Clara Louise), the famous American prima donna.
Has contributed various articles on music to maga-
zines and newspapeis, among which ma3 r be men-
tioned a paper on tv Japanese Music " in the Century
magazine.
ICembfe (Adelaide ; Mrs. Sartoris j, Bnglish singer ; born
1814; died August, 1879. Author of a number of
vocal compositions.
Kercado (Mile. Le Senechal de). French composer. An
operetta, "La Jleprise tvlimtaire ", was performed at
the Paris Opera-Comique, June 5, 1805.
Kern (Louise). German composer of a number of pre-
tentious works (Grand Trio op. 36, for violin, organ
and piano ; Fantasie op. 39 for violin, harmonium
and piano etc. j.
SCerr (Mrs. Alexander). English song writer (first half of
the last century). Composed a number of ballads and
part-songs, to which she wrote the words. A collec-
tion of her songs were published at London, 1835.
Mlndscher (Emilie Marie Louise). German writer ; bom
at Dessau, May 28, 1830. Author of a number of
musical novels and essays.
Kin kef \ Johanna Matthieux). German composer. Born
at Bonn, June S, 1810 ; died at London, Nov. 15, 1858.
Wife of the poet Gottfried Kinkel. She was an excel-
lent pianist, pupil of C. Buhner, Berlin, and a highly
educated lady. Of her writings "Letters on Piano
Playing", published by Cotta in 1852, are very inter-
esting. Her musical works consist of the operetta
" Otto dtr Scltutz ", a " Bird Cantata '% various songs
and piano pieces, and a number of part-songs for
male voices, of which *' Knights Farewell" has prob-
ably been sung the world over.
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Klrkmann (Mrs. Joseph). English author of "A Practi-
cal Analysis of the Elementary Principles of Har-
mony ", published at London, 1845, In quarto.
Kleoze (Irene von). German composer, and writer of a
number of songs, published by Bote & Bock, Berlin,
Kletzlnsky (Adele). Polish composer. Published various
songs, piano pieces and concerted music (op. 34 Bar-
carolle, for violin and piano, etc.).
Knapp (Mrs. Joseph F. } American composer of songs :
A happy joyous life, The bird carol, Open the gates,
etc.
Knowlton (Fanny Snow), American composer of songs,
of which may be named : There, little girl don't
cry ; Last night I heard a bird singing ; etc,
Mohary \ Countess Marie de/. Hungarian composer and
pianist. Writer of various piano compositions, of
which * * 5 Sonatas for the Piano * ' deserve special
mention.
Komorowska (Countess Stephanie). Russian composer.
The publisher, j. Reyher, of Mitau, has printed the
following compositions : *'Pensee fugitive 1 ', tl An-
dante", several sonatas for piano, and a number of
songs.
Eonnerltz { Minna von). German composer. Wrote a
considerable amount of vocal and instrumental music,
her opus numbers exceeding loo. A series of pretty
duets op. 96 and 97 are published by Kistner, I^eipzig.
Kortig (Marie). German composer. Bom at Lobau, Sax-
ony ; died very young at Dresden, Her song " Ich.
hab in Traum geweint M is very pretty, the music
being beautifully adapted to the words. More than
fifty of her songs and piano pieces are published.
Horn (Clara D. } American contemporary composer.
Pupil of Bruno O. ELlein and C C. Mnller. Works
consist of piano compositions^ songs, two Orchestral
Suites (No. i Ancient Dances, Xo. 2 Rural Snap-
shots), a Violin Suite op. 10, etc,
Kotzebue (Molly von). Bmlnent German singer and
vocal teacher; born at Reval, 1830. Author of a
vocal method " Lehrbuch der Gesangskunst ", pub-
lished by Senff.
Kraehmer (Caroline), German composer; born atStokesh,
Dec. 17, 1794. Studied at first the violin, but later on
devoted her studies to the clarionet, on which she
attained sucli a virtuosity as to enable her to give
concerts with great success. She has written a num-
ber of compositions for clarionet and piano that were
published by Diabelli, Vienna.
Kralike (Mathilde von). Contemporary German com-
poser. A Trio in F, for violin, cello and piano, has
been published by the firm of Gutman, Vienna.
Krause (Anna). German composer, of whom we find
the following vocal compositions published : Op. 5
Five Songs, op. 6 and 7 "Gesange", op. 8 li Drei
Lieder", etc.).
Krlnitz (Madame de). French writer. Under the nom-
de-plum "Camile Selden " she published in 1867
"la Musique en Allemagne", which contains a num-
ber of original letters, and a biography of Mendels-
sohn ; also the musical novel " Daniel Vlady ".
Krtise (Louise). Author of an excellent, simple Harmony
Method, published by Otto Junne.
Ktichenmeister (see Rudersdorf).
Murzbock (Magdalene von). Talented amateur pianist at
Vienna during the latter part of the iSth century.
Wrote a number of piano compositions and songs.
Haydn has dedicated to her one of his Sonatas.
JL L (nom-de-plum of Mrs. Rudolph Lehmann, mother
of Liza Lehmann-Bedford). Composer of numerous
songs and arrangements.
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tacerda (Bemarda Ferrelra dej. Portugese writer of
great renown and a fine linguist. Bom 1595, at
Porto ; died 1644. Her reputation was so great that
King PMllippe II. of Spain made her oilers to take
charge of the education of his children. Tills honor
she declined, preferring to devote all laer time to her
studies and researches. A number of her manuscript
musical compositions and writings on music are pre-
served at the Royal Library, Madrid.
Lago (X J. Contemporary Swedish composer. Pub-
lished a num"ber of piano and violin compositions,
songs, etc. A Cantata for soli, chorus and piano was
awarded a prize at Copenhagen.
Laguerrc (Elizabeth Claude de . French composer and
cymbalist. Born at Paris, 1669 ; died there, June 27,
1729, She was famous for her talent of improvising,
and frequently played at court, King Louis XIV.
being a great admirer of her playing. Her works
consist of the opera "" Ctpk^lt it Pfirrix " {performed
at Paris, 1694^, a Te Deum for grand chorus, per-
formed at the Chapel du Louvre on the celebration of
the recover}- from sickness of the King. Also several
collections of cantatas, sonatas, and various other
compositions.
La Hyc (Louise Genevieve). French composer, pianist
and professor of harmony at the Paris Conservatory ;
bom at Charenton, March S, 1810. She was a grand-
niece of the French savant Jean Jacques Rousseau.
Entering the Paris Conservator}* as a pupil when
scarcely eleven years old, she obtained in iS26 the
second prize in the organ class, and the following
year the first.
Of her compositions the most important are : a
dramatic work ^ Le tfongf eft* ?z Jtrligeutt "\ several
fine organ compositions, a number of piano solos with
string accompaniment, a Duo for horn and piano,
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various piano pieces, and a number of songs. Several
Masses, a Treatise on Harmon}", a Piano and Organ
method, and various other works remain M.S. Died
Nov. 17, 1838.
La Riara (nom-de-plum of Marie Lipsius). German
writer, "born at Leipzig Dec. 30, 1837. This lad}- holds
a high rank among German art critics. Her " Mu-
sikalische Studienkopfe n 3 Vols., have appeared in
a seventh edition. She has also published a bio-
graphical sketch of Beethoven, and her " Musikali-
sche Gedanken-Polyphonie " has been translated
( 4i Thoughts of Great Musicians;.
Her other writing's consist of : ki Das Biihnenfest-
spiel in Bayreuth " ; k l Die Frauen im Tonleben der
Gegenwart "; '* Klassiches und Romantisches in der
Tonwelt ".
Translated Liszt's Life of Chopin, and wrote a
biographical sketch of lk Pauline Viardot-Garcia ''.
iamson i k Georgiej. American contemporary composer
of songs (Only my love ; Twilight Town, etc. .
iang (Josephine ;. German composer, born at Munich.
March 14, 1815, died at Tuebingen Dec. 2, iSSo. A
lady of very remarkable musical gifts and person-
ality. Mendelssohn who made her acquaintance
about 1830, and who for some time daily instructed
her in counterpoint and kindred branches, was deeply
impressed by her conversation, charming personality
and musical gifts. An enthusiastic account of her is
to "be found in his letter dated Oct. 6, 1831, in which,
he calls her u die kleine Lang ".
In a letter to Prof. Kostlin, Dec. 15, 1841, he writes :
" She has a wonderful gift to sing and write songs,
which I have never met anyone to equal".
Ferdinand Hiller in his "Tonleben", Vol. II.,
speaks in most flattering terms of her compositions,
making special mention of opus 12, 14, 34, 36, and 38,
So
published there two Concertos for clavecin or piano,
with the accompaniment of two violins, two hautbois,
alto and bass.
lehmann (Liza; married name Mrs, Herbert Bedford).
Contemporary English singer, and writer of popular
songs ; born in London. Pupil of Randegger in sing-
ing, Ravnkilde and Hamish MacCunn in composition.
Her compositions consist of several Albums of Ger-
man and English Songs ; several Song Cycles, (" In a
Persian Garden", rich in passages of exquisite
beauty, moving pathos and telling vigor), and various
violin and piano compositions.
Of her songs the following are best known:
Titanias Cradle Song, Blind Cupid, Mirage, Come
dance the Romaika, Irish love song, Endymion, Scena
for soprano.
Lcmcke (Anna). German composer; born at Elbing,
Oct. 4, 1862. Pupil of Robert Schwalm, and the Con-
servatories at Berlin and Leipzig. Her compositions
consist of piano pieces and songs (Komm mit, Wie
man nach einem Stern blickt, etc.).
Lemmel (Helen Howarth). American contemporary com-
poser of vocal music (We Two, Two Dandelions,
Pansy and Dewdrop, etc.).
Leonardo (Isabella). Italian composer ; born 1641, She
was the Mother Superior of an Ursuline Convent at
Novara, and has written a considerable amount of
church music, of which a number of Motets for I, 2
and 3 voices, Vespers, and several 4 part Masses with
string accompaniment have appeared in print.
lewfng (Adele). German composer and pianist ; born at
Hanover, now residing in America. Pupil of Lesch-
etizky and Robert Fuchs. Author of a number of
songs (Springtime, Love song, Faithfulness, etc. and
various piano compositions. Her song "Fair Roll-
Concerto for piano vrith accompaniment of orchestra
were published by Ben out, Paris).
Laszlo (Anna Ton). German composer, of whom I find
the following works as being published : Op. I Fan-
tasie for cello and piano ; op. 13 Cantilena for violin
and piano ; op. 8 Ave Maria for French horn, with
obligato of two violins, alto and bass ; op. 9 Ave
Maria for soprano, solo and chorus, etc.
Lawrence (Emily M.). English pianist and composer;
bom at Rugby, 1854. Pupil of Bennett, Garcia and
Steggall. Her compositions comprise two cantatas
for ladies' voices (*' Bonny Kilmeny " and " the Ten
Virgins ") ; a Violin Sonata in F sharp minor (per-
formed by the Musical Artists' Society, July, 1882);
various piano pieces, anthems, vocal duets and songs.
Leavitt (Josephina). German composer of piano pieces
and songs.
Lebeau (Louise Adolpha). German composer; bom at
Rastatt, April 25, 1850. Pupil of Kalliwoda and Clara
Schumann (piano), M. E. Sachs and Rheinberger
(composition and harmony), Mittermayer (violin),
and Anton Hainzinger (singing).
Lebeau is without doubt one of the most talented of
female composers living. Her works, although not
exceeding op. 40, show such sterling merit and great
originality, and embrace all forms of composition,
except the symphony and opera, that she must be
accorded a place at tlie head of living women com-
posers.
Being an excellent pianist, she has frequently per-
formed her compositions in public, playing with great
success at Vienna, Berlin, Cologne, Leipzig (Gewand-
haus concerts), Munich, Frankfort, Stuttgart, etc.
Of her compositions, the most important are her
works for chamber music, in which she shows her
greatest originality, a clearness of thought and inven-
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tion, most refreshing, which have 1>een highly com-
plimented and spoken of by eminent critics, such as
Franz Laehner, Jean Becker and others.
Her beautiful )nartet op. 2 S for piano, violin, alto
and cello, was performed with great success. Dec. i f
1883, at a Gewandhaus concert, Leipzig. The cele-
brated Florentine Quartet Club Jean Becker; fre-
quently performed it.
Equally meritorious compositions are : the String
Quartette op. 34 (2 violins, alto and cello,-, and her
4 * Concertstiick " op. 24 for cello and piano, for -which
she was awarded first prizes at a competition at Ham-
burg, 1882, quite a number of celebrated German
composers competing.
Special mention must be made of : the beautiful
Trio op. 15 for piano, violin and cello ; a fine Cello
Sonata op. 17, and the Violin Sonata op. 10, all of
which show great originality, and must "be classed
among the "best of their kind.
Her orchestral works consist of a 4k Concert Over-
ture M op. 23 for grand orchestra, first performed with*
success at Baden Baden, i&$2, and a Festival over-
ture ; a Concerto for piano and orchestra (op. 37),
frequently played in public, and her " Fantasie" op.
25 for piano and orchestra. The Adagio of the second
movement of the " Fantasie " contains a most beauti-
ful Cantilena, which, with its sparkling and "brilliant
passages, offers an excellent study to concert players,
The last number contains a vigorous * * Tempo di
* * Tarantella " movement.
Of other important works, deserving special men-
tion , is her beautiful oratorio * Ruth " op. 27, for
soli, chorus and orchestra, a work that has been per-
formed with success in most of the large cities of
Germany, Austria and. Holland.
The cantata 4% Hadirmotli" J words taken from Sche*
S3
fel's Ekkehard, and written for five Soli voices, double
chorus and large orchestra, is a most remarkable
work, containing many admirable lyrics and dramatic
passages, the solos being well written, and the cho-
ruses very striking, a masterly double chorus deserv-
ing special mention.
Of her other works, the following partial list are
the most important : Op. 3 Theme and Variation for
piano, op. 8 Sonata for piano, op. 16 two Choral Bal-
lads for mixed voices, op. 21 six Fugues for piano
(splendid studies), op. 22 "Im Sangersaal" (Concert
Aria for bariton or alto, with orchestra accompani-
ment), op. 26 three Solos for viola and piano, op. 30
Improvisata for the left hand (excellent concert
work), op. 32 Gavotte for piano (very pretty), op. 35
Romance for violin and piano.
Several of her compositions were selected for per-
formance at the Chicago World's Fair.
Leforun (Francesca). German singer and composer,
daughter of Danzi, the eminent cello player ; born at
^ Mannheim, 1756. Endowed by nature with a voice
remarkable alike for its purity and compass, ranging
as high as F in alt without difficulty.
Hme. Lebrun, beside being a great singer, was an
accomplished pianist, and composed well for that in-
strument. Several Sonatas with violin accompani-
ment, and Trios for piano, violin and cello, contain-
ing pretty harmonies and written in musicianly style,
were published at Offenbach, 1783.
Lebrun (Sophie), daughter of the preceding, better known
as Hme. Dulcken, was born at London, June 20, 1781.
She was a very fine pianist, and made successful con-
cert tours in France, Italy and Germany. Composed
a number of Sonatas and other pieces for the piano.
lechantre (Mile.). French composer and pianist of the
second half of the iSth century. Lived at Paris, and
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published there two Concertos for clavecin or piano,
with, the accompaniment of two violins, two hautbois,
alto and bass.
lehmann (Liza; married name Mrs. Herbert Bedford).
Contemporary English singer, and writer of popular
songs ; "bom in London. Pupil of Randegger in sing-
ing, Ravnkilde and Hamish MacCimn in composition.
Her compositions consist of several Albums of Ger-
man and English Songs ; several Song Cycles, ( 4i In a
Persian Garden ", rich in passages of exquisite
"beauty, moving pathos and telling rigor), and various
violin and piano compositions.
Of her songs the following are best known : -
Titanias Cradle Song, Blind Cupid, Mirage, Come
dance the Romaika, Irish love song, Kndymion, Scena
for soprano.
iemcke (Anna). German composer : "born at Elbing s
Oct. 4, 1862. Pupil of Robert Schwalm, and the Con-
servatories at Berlin and Leipzig. Her compositions
consist of piano pieces and songs (Komm mit, Wie
man nach einem Stem blickt, etc.).
iemme! (Helen Hogarth). American contemporary com-
poser of vocal music (We Two, Two Dandelions,
Pansy and Bewdrop, etc.).
Leonardo (Isabella). Italian composer ; bom 1641. She
was the Mother Superior of an "Crsuline Convent at
Novara, and has written a considerable amount of
church, music, of which a number of Motets for 1,2
and 3 voices, Vespers, and several 4 part Classes with.
string accompaniment have appeared in print.
Lewi og (Adele). German composer and pianist ; bom at
Hanover, now residing in America. Pupil of Lesch-
etizky and Robert Fuchs. Author of a number of
songs (Springtime, I/jve song, Faithfulness^ etc. and
various piano compositions. Her song " Fair Roh-
traut" was awarded first prize in the "Musical
Record " competition 1899.
Uebmann (Helene, nee Riese). German composer and
pianist, was born at Berlin about 1796. Writer of
several Sonatas, Variations and other works for
piano, various compositions for Violin and piano-
(two Sonatas op. 9 and 14, etc.); a Sonata for Cello
and piano ; several Quartets for Piano Cello, Violin
and Alto, of which op. 13 in A flat, is published in
Peters Edition ; two Trios for Piano, Violin and
Cello, op. ii and 12, both published in the Peters
Edition, and a number of songs.
Lil ien (Baroness, Antoinette von). Austrian amateur
composer, who lived at Vienna the latter part of the
last century. Several of her works were published
at Vienna 1799, and were then much spoken of.
"Lindsay" (M., Mrs. J. Worthington Bliss). Eng-
lish composer, born at Wimbledon. A highly popu-
lar composer of ballads, somewhat in the style of
"Claribel".
Her songs "The Bridge", and "Home they brought
her Warrior dead* ' have been very popular.
LInwood (Mary). English composer, born in Binningham
JJoS* died at Leicester, March 2, 1845. Composer of
the Oratorio "David'* First Victory' 9 (London 1840),
and the manuscript operas *'17te teller iu", and "TJte
While Wreath'". Also a number of songs, of which.
4 'Pretty Fairy* 1 was very popular in its time.
Lips? us, see La Mara.
Uanover (Lady). Art patroness and writer, bom March
21, 1802, died Jan. 17, 1896. Revived the ancient glory
of the Eisteddfod, and was a prize winner herself for
an essay, at Cardiff, 1834. In colaboration with Miss
Jane Williams she edited and published a collection
of Welsh Airs.
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Loder (Kate Fanny). English pianist and composer,
bom at Bath, Aug. 22, 1:126. Pupil of H. Field am?
Mrs. L- Andersen. Gained a King's Scholarship 2839.
Appointed Professor of Harmony, Royal Academy of
Music in 1844, in which year she played the Adagio
and Rondo from Mendelsohn's G minor Concerto in
presence and to the satisfaction of the composer, at a
concert at Her Majesty Theatre.
In 1851 she was married to Sir Henry Thompson,
the eminent surgeon, making her last public appear-
ance at a concert March 6, 1854. Her compositions
consist of an opera iT EJlsir <rJi/iiort ',-, an overture for
orchestra; two string quartets; a Trio for piano, violin
and cello ; two Sonatas and some studies for the
piano; a Sonata for violin and piano; organ music,
and several minor piano pieces and songs.
Louis (Mme. \ French composer of the 17th century,
her husband being an attaci.ee of the Polish court.
She is the author of the operetta "Fli'ir iTE^u^^
also of i4 6 Sonatas pour le Clavecin seale", and a
nninber of songs, of which a collection %l Receuil
d'Ariettes choisis'" were published at Paris.
Lowe (Auguste). German Alto singer and composer, torn
at Berlin 1822. Schumann speaks of her voice in his
writings. She is the author of a number of German
songs.
Lowthlan (Caroline). English contemporary writer of
popular dance music (Myosotis Waltz, etc.), and
songs.
Ludwig (Rosa). German composer of piano music and
studies (op. 2 **Le Trille et r Octave", Etude pom-
piano; op. 3 Nocturne, etc.).
Lynd (Baroness van der). Dutch composer, of whom
the following works appear in print: op. 2 Auf
Fluegeln des Gesanges; op. 3 Serenade romantiqtie;
op. 4 Allegretto grazioso ; op. 5 Arabesque ; op. 7 Mo-
ment de Tribtesse, etc.
Wacfarren (Natalia, nee Andreae). Engllsli vocalist and
teacher, wife of Sir George Alexander Macfarren. the
eminent musician. She has translated a number of
Opera libretti, and other works, and edited quite a
number of the Kovello Editions of partsongs, etc.
Her own works consist of a 4t Vocal Method", an
"Elementary Course of Vocalising and Pronouncing
the English Language'".
Macfarreri (Mrs. John i, sister-in-law to Sir George 3Xac-
farren. Born in London June 19, 1824. Talented
pianist and writer of a number of very popular light
piano pieces, which, she published under the nom-de-
plum of * 'Jules Brissac n . Several of these, like * 4 Valse
le Bravoure" and "Bonnie Scotland'' having a very
large sale. She died at London, Nov. 9, 1895.
ilacironi (Clara Angela). English composer, bom at
London, Jan. 20, 1821, of an ancient and noble Ro-
man family. Pupil of Ciprian Potter and C. Lucas at
the Royal Academy of Musicians. Appointed to a
Professorship at the same, and Associate of Philhar-
monic Society, London.
Miss Macironi is one of the test known among Brit-
ish female com posers , and the merit of her works
gives her a high place. Her "Suite" for violin and
piano is ably written. She is the author of a number
of other meritorious works, but is chiefly known how-
ever to the general public, by her part-songs (which
have been sung by 3000 voices at the Crystal Palace
etc./, anil by her songs, which are great favorites with
Mine. Sainton Dolby, Santly and others.
ilacironi has formulated and put in practice an ori-
ginal system of teaching large numbers of pupils, and
the success of her method has bees indorsed by such.
authorities as Sir G. A. IMacfarrcn, Bamby and W.
31acfarren.
She has published a large nnuiber of songs and
part-songs, a partial list is as follows. Songs: An
Hour with thee ; Daisy's Song ; Dreams ; ^Iy Child;
Song over a Child ; The Recall ; Take o take, Part-
songs: Dreams; Cavalry Song; Footsteps of Angels;
Good morrow to my Iady bright; Who is Sylvia, etc,
Mackenzie (Miss Grace). American contemporary com-
poser, author of '"The Helmsman" and other songs.
HacKinlay (Mrs. ) English writer of songs, f Flowers
that never die ; Now the parting hour ; Remember
tliee; Parting, etc. )
liaeder (Emily P. ) American writer of the following
songs: The Robin, Sweetheart sigh no more ; Soft
and gently through my soul, etc.
Malcr i Amanda;. Swedish composer, pupil of the Leipzig
Conservatory of music, wife of Julius Rontgen, the
composer. She is the author of a number of compo-
sitions for the violin, (Sonata in B minor, etc.) A set
of Swedish, dances for violin and piano, op. 16, are
published under her married name, Amanda Rontgen.
Maistre (Baroness de), French composer, of whom a
number of sacred compositions have been published,
the most important "being a fine **Stabat Mater".
She has written 3 operas, **JV7A/i t r"\ ''Cltopatre*'
and "LtsItfWfiwilfats", the latter "being successfully
performed at the Theatre de la Monnais, Bmssells,
March 14, 1870. Died June, 1875, at Cannes.
Ma!lbran Olaria Felicitas'i. French singer, bom at Paris,
1809, daughter of the distinguished Tenor Garcia, and
the -wife of Be Beriot, the violinist. This celebrated
Soprano, one of the greatest the world has ever heard,
was also the siithor of a number of pleasing Roman-
ces and ChansonetteSj a collection of which were pub-
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lished by Troupenas, Paris, under the title of "Der-
nier Pensees musicales <ie 3Iaria Felicite Garcia de
Beriot. " '
She died at Manchester, Sept. 23, 1836. A funeral
cantata * l In Morte di ^laria Malibran", the words by
Piazzi s and the music the joint writing of Donizetti,
Mercadante, Paccini and Vaccaj, was performed in
honor of her memory at the La Scala, Milan, March
17* 1837.
Mampe~Babnigg (Emma). German singer and writer
of a number of songs (op. i, 2, 3, 4 a set of 8 songs;
op. 6 Three songs ; op. 7 Three songs, etc. j.
Mannkopf (Aclolphine). German composer, published a
number cf songs and sacred quartets for mixed voices.
HarcSies! (Matbilde de Castrone, maiden name Grau-
manu). This eminent vocal teacher was "born at
Frankfort on the Main, Germany, March 26, 1826.
She studied singing with Nicolai, (Vienna), and later
on (1845) with the celebrated Garcia at Paris.
Miss Granmann was prominent as a soprano sin-
ger, appearing successfully in Germany, Holland,
England, France^ Belgium, etc. In 1852 she married
Salvatore Marches!, Cavalier de Castrone, an Italian
of nolble birth, and well known as a successful singer
and teacher.
After residing and teaching for ten years at Vienna,
she resigned her position at the Conservatory, remov-
ing to Paris, where she is at present residing and
teaching , being considered one of the foremost
vocal teachers of the world.
Madame 3Iarchesi Bas devoted considerable time
to composing and writing. Her celebrated method
"Ecole de Chant", iiMth appeared about iS6i, is
perhaps one of the best vocal methods published, and
highly recommended "by Rossini. Beside her method
she has published the following list of excellent vo-
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calises and solfeggi; Op. I, Elementary progressive
Exercises ; op. 2, Twenty-four Vocalises ; op. 5,
Twenty-four Vocalises for Soprano; op. 4, Vocal
Studies; op. 5, Twenty-four Yocalis Elexnenlaires;
op. 6, Twenty-four Vocalises perfectionnenient; op. 7,
Twelve Etudes de Style; op. 8, Etudes d* Agilite; op,
9, Etude d' Agilite; op. 10, Twenty-four Elementary
Vocalises; op. n, Twelve Etudes de Style; op. 12,
Eighteen 2 part Vocalises ; op. 13, Twelve Vocalises ;
op. 14, Etude d" Agilite; op. 15, Twenty-four Vocali-
ses ; op. 1 6, Etude d 1 Agilite; op. 17 and iS, Etudes
d' Agilite ; op. 21, I/ Art du Chant, method in 4 parts ;
op. 22, Eight Vocalises for 3 voices ; op. 26, Etude
d* Agilite, etc.
Her Autobiographic ' 4 Erinneningen aus meinem
Leben M , was published 1877.
Marckwald (Grace j. American contemp. cornp. Bom
in Brooklyn. Author of several orchestral works,
songs and Pf. pieces.
Harla Antonia (Grand Duchesse of Saxony '), daughter
of Emperor Charles VII, "born June iS, 1724, died
Dresden 1782, was an excellent and skilled musician,,
her teachers being the famous Porpora in singing^
and Hasse in composition. She is the author of the
operas ^11 Trioitfo ddltifediUa*\ and " Talettri Rc-
gitut delict, A masoni", which are published by Breit-
kopf and Hartel,
She was likewise proficient in painting and poetiy r
her Oratorio St La Conversione de St. Agostino* 1 was
set to music by Hasse.
Maria Charlotte Arnalle (Buchesse of Saxe-Gotha) , bom
Sept. n, 1751, has published a number of songs, etc.,,
and a symphony for orchestra of lo instruments. *
Maria Payfowna (Grand Duchesse of \Veimar), daugh-
ter of Emperor Paul I of Russia, bom Feb. 16, 1786,
died June 23, 18.59. A most talented musician, whose
ability to read and play orchestral scores at sight was
said to have been marvellous. She is the composer
of some piano music, several of her melodies being
introduced "by Liszt in one of his '* Consolations ".
Marie Elizabeth fPrincesse of Saxe-Meiningen ) , is the
author of il Einzugsmarsch " for orchestra (published
by Kahnt, Leipzig; ; ic Fackeltanz " for Piano 4 hands;
several piano compositions ; a pretty '* Cradle Song "
for violin and piano, and a "Romanze" for clari-
nette and piano.
Harlanl (Virginia;. Italian contemporary composer,
writer of a number of piano pieces, the cantata * 'Apo-
theosis de Rossini '% and a number of songs.
Marshall (3Irs. Julian.. \Vas born at Rome, March 30,
1843. An accomplished musician and writer on music,
papil of the Royal Academy of jVIusic, London , her
teachers being Sterndale Bennett, Goss and Sir G. A.
ilacfarren.
Of her writings ma}- be mentioned a Biography of
Handel, published in the * "Great Musician Series 13 .
Also valuable contributions to Groves Dictionary of
Music.
Her compositions consist of a number of orchestral
works, frequently performed in public, several cantatas
and an operetta (Pn/tfe ty/riYf), a Nocturne for
Clarinette and orchestra, various part-songs and songs,
a '"Solfeggi Primer (Xovello), Interval Exercises for
Singing classes fXovelloj etc.
She conducts the concerts of the South Hampstead.
orchestra.
Marlines, or Hartlnez (Marianne). German composer,
singer and pianist, born at Vienna May 4, 1744. She
received instruction from Haydn on the harpsichord,
and of Porpora in singing. Burner in his " Present
State of Mifoic in Germany " speaks of her singing in
eloquent terms,
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Her first .attempts in composition were made while
scarcely 12 years old,, and were received most favor-
able. Of her maturer and more pretentious compo-
sitions, her church music deserves mention first of all.
Her oratorio 4t Isacco ", the words by Metastasio was
performed by the Tonkiinstler Gesellschaft at Vienna
17^8.
Beside u Isacco"*, she has written two other ora-
torios, a Grand Hass, a four-part Miserere, several
Psalms for 4 and & voices with orchestral accompani-
mentj a number of Motets and other church music,
several Overtures, Symphonies, etc. , for orchestra and
strings, several piano Concertos and various Sonatas
and other compositions for the piano. Died Bee. 12,
Harx ^Berthe). French composer, bom Paris, July 2S S
1.^59, daughter of a violoncellist. Scarcely 9 years
old, she was admitted as a pupil, without the usual
preliminary examinations a favor rarely accorded
to students, at the Paris Conservatory of ilusie.
Auber was particularly interested in her studies,
She gained the kt Solfege " and ** Harmonie " prizes
and medals for piano-playing, while studying with
Had. Retz. She then became the favorite pupil of
Henri Herz, under whose tuition such progress was
made, that at the age of 15 she gained the first prize
of the Conservatory.
After finishing her studies, she concertized. in
almost all important European cities ; associated with
the celebrated violinist Sarasate, she has played in
over 400 concerts. In 1894 married the composer
and critic Otto Goldschmidt.
Her compositions consist of a number of brilliant
Salon pieces.
Mary, Queen of Scotland, born 1545, died 1587, has writ-
ten a number of songs, of which * * Las ! en znon clous:
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printemps ", and "Monsieur le prevost des Mar-
chands" were well received in their time.
M assart (Louise Aglae, maiden name Masson). French
composer and pianist, "bom at Paris June 10, 1827,
died there July 26, 1887. Pupil of the Paris Conser-
vatory, her teachers being Madame Coche (1838) and
Adam (1839). In 1875 she was elected to a Professor-
ship at the Conservatory, as a successor to Madame
Farrenc. Among Mad. Massart's pupils may Tbe
named Roger-Miclos, and Clothilde Kloberg. She
published a number of piano pieces, as well as vari-
ous arrangements for violin and piano.
Hasson (Elizabeth). Contralto singer and composer,
was born in Scotland early in the igth century, died
at London, in January 1865. Her works consist of a
collection of "Original Jacobite Songs", London
1839 ; " Songs for the classical vocalist " (1845-61) in
24 parts; "Twelve Songs by Byron" (1843), etc.
Also a set of Vocal Exercises, JU>ndon 1855.
liattfileux, see Kinkel.
Ha tide (Constance). Song writer, (Down here the
Lilies fade, Olden Days, etc.).
Haiiry (Mad. Renand ). French contemporary com-
poser, wife of M. Matuy, Sous-chef of the Garde Re-
pablicaine Band of Paris, which visited America dur-
ing 1872.
Her teachers were Bazin and Cesar Franck. She
carried off the first prize in fagne and composition at
the Paris Conservatory. It was an encroachment
in those days, when this domain was supposed to be-
long exclusively to the sterner sex.
That it was no u accident", as then claimed, Mad.
]!Jaury has disproved by her subseqnent productions,
consisting of instrumental, vocal and orchestra! com-
positions. Her * * Fantasie Symphonique ' ' has been
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awarded a prize by the Society of Composers, Paris,
and her 4 " Scene Lyrique " and. ''Jeanne d'Azc " or-
cliestral works, are frequently heard in public.
May '"Florence). English contemporary pianist and com-
poser, is a pupil of Brahms and Bargiel. A Beaedic-
tus and Hosanna were performed at Berlin iSjS. Her
compositions include 3 piano pieces, several choruses
and a number of songs. Editor of a collection of
piano pieces by old masters from works "written for
harpsichord.
Mayer (Emilie/. German composer, "bora at Friedland,
llecklenburg, May 14, 1812 ; died at Berlin April 10,
1883. A very talented and most prolific writer.
Her parents, recognizing her great musical abili-
ties, did all in their power to secure for her an excel-
lent musical education. Her teachers were Carl
Lowe, the eminent song writer, and B. A. Marx, the
celebrated theorist, and later on \\~ieprecht in orches-
tration.
Her progress was so pronounced, and her compo-
sitions of such decided merit, that by the advice of
lier teachers, a concert w as given at Berlin, the pro-
gram of which, consisting entirely of her own com-
positions, was as follows : Concert Overture for
large orchestra, a String Quartet, the CXVIII Psalm
for chorus and orchestra, and two Symphonies
( tl liilitaire "\ and ** B minor " j, as well as two piano
solos playec! by the author.
She scored a great success -with this concert and
the production of her compositions, and as a reward
"was presented with the Gold 3!edal of Art, "by Queen
^Elizabeth of Prussia.
Her works consist of several symphonies (the one
in B minor has been arranged for 4 hands by A.
Jurke, and is published by Bote &, Bock s Berlin); two
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string quartets, two piano quartets (op. 14 in G minor
published 'by Simrock, Berlin), two Quintets, ten
Trios for piano, violin and cello (op. 12 K minor, op.
13 In D 5 op. 15 in B minor are published by Challier,
Berlin), S Sonatas for violin and piano (op. 17 in F,
op. 18 in A minor, op. 19 B minor, op. 21 in A, are
published), 7 Sonatas for Cello and piano, several
overtures^ the afore mentioned CXVIH Psalm for
chorus and orchestra, about forty four-part songs,
and quite a number of songs and piano pieces. Also
an operetta ''Die FixcJterin ".
This is quite an imposing array of compositions for
a woman. Not all of these works have appeared in
print, particularly some of the more pretentious ones
are still in manuscript. Of her published "works not
previously enumerated, the following deserve spe-
cial mention: Op. 46 Faust overture for grand or-
chestra ; op. 48 a pretty Nocturne for Violin and
piano; op. 47 Sonata for Cello and piano; op. 17 So-
nata for Violin; op. 13 Trio in D, for Violin, Cello and
Piano; op. 21 Sonata for Violin and piano; op. 29
"Alleznaiide fantastique ", the latter a very meritori-
ous work for the piano % full of fire and energy. Also
a set of pretty Waltzes, op. 30 and 32.
liayhew (Grace). Con temp. American writer of songs,
among which may be named : Guide me, O Thou,
Great Jehovah ; My little Girl ; The Shoogy-Shoo,
etc.
Haze! (Mile. Helene Roberts). French song writer (Le
Chant du marin; Ies denx Etoiles; la Rose blanche ;
les Lunettes, etc,).
Melville (Marguerite). Contemporary American com-
poser and pianist, pupil of O. B. Boise. Her works
consist of a Sonata in G minor, for Violin and piano,
chamber tnnsie (an exceedingly fine Piano Quintet),
a "Romanza in F"* for Violin and piano, several
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songs (Die \Vasserrose, Wehmuth, Einkehr, etc.) and
other compositions.
Merrick (Mrs, Marie E.) American musician and writer.
Author of t Nervous Pianists"; "How to interest
children so that they will practice ", etc.
Metzfer (Bertha). American composer of Pf. pieces and.
vocal music. Her opus reaches above 100.
-Meyer (Elizabeth). Danish contemporary composer of
vocal and instrumental music. At a prize competi-
tion 1895 at Copenhagen, she was awarded first prize
for a Cantata for Soli, chorus and piano.
Mler (Countess Anna von), author of a number of songs,
etc. 5 published by Kratochwill, Vienna.
MHanolIo (Theresa). This celebrated violinist, bom
August 28, 1827, is the composer of various miscella-
neous compositions, of which op. I Grand Faniasie
for piano, is printed by Spina, Vienna ; op. 2 Ave
^laria for male chorus, published by Ricordi. Of
her published violin compositions, the following 1 may
be named ; JFantaisIe Hlegiaque ; Variations humor-
istique ; Extase ; Bapteraej etc.
Miles. See Guest.
Millar (Marian). English, pianist and writer, "bom at
Manchester. She has the distinction of being the
first of her sex, to obtain the degree of " ilus. Bac.".
at Victoria University, Manchester, June, 1894. Her
compositions consist of U A Song of Praise " for Soli,
chorus and small orchestra, various songs, etc. Wrote
the librettos of Dr. Hiles ** Crusader" and G. J.
Miller's " The Armada".
II f Hard (Mrs. Phillip). English composer of a number of
songs, of which "Alice Gray 5 " and "A thousand a
year" are still well remembered. Bled about 1840.
Hlzangere (Marquise de la}. Talented. French amateur
composer, bom 1693. Was a remarkable clavecinist,
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and lias published a number of compositions for that
instrument.
Moiinos-Lafitte (Mile. A.). French composer. Of
her various com position s, Catelin of Paris lias pub-
lished a number of songs.
Hollque (Caroline), daughter of the well known German
composer Bernhard Molique, is the author of a num-
ber of songs and violin pieces (Suite, Bolero, etc.)
Molitor (Friederike). German composer. The follow-
ing works appear in print : op. 3 Etude for piano ;
op. 2 Five marches for piano ; op. 18 Drei Heine
Lieder ; op. 20 Two songs for Soprano with cello ac-
companiment, etc.
iiomy (Yalerie). German composer. Published a ntrai-
ber of piano pieces, of which op. 4 i4 Rondo, with In-
troduction In F" is reviewed by Schumann in
** Music and Musicians M .
If oncrieff (Mrs, L.)- English contemporary song writer.
The following songs are well known : Creole Love
Song ; The Parting Kiss ; Green leaf and blossom ;
Rippling tide ; Old church door (with Harmonium
ace.)
Montgerouft(Mxne. Helene de Xervode). French com-
poser,, bom Versailles 1767, died at Florence May 26,
1856. Excellent pianist, pupil of Hullmandel and
Dussek. From 1796 until iSoS slie was Professor of
the Piano at the Paris Conservatory. Among her
most successful pupils may be mentioned Pradher
and Boely. Her compositions consist of a number of
Sonatas and other compositions for the piano, also
some vocal music.
Moody (Marie). English contemporary composer, whose
published works comprise several overtures (King
Lear; Hamlet; Othello, etc.), two Concert overtures
(is E minor, and C major) ; music for strings (Adagio
9 s
and Allegretto in D ; Allegro moderate In D minor);
Studies for piano; church muslc 5 etc.
Morgan (Lady, nee Sydney Owenson) born in Dublin
abont 1733. Best known as a novelist, but lias also
published a number of songs , and the operetta **27/<?
Fir*t Mtifiti^\ Dublin, 1807. She died at London,
April 14, 1859.
Morlson ^Christina W.) Irish composer, born in Dublin
1840. Studied with Glover and John Blockley. Com-
poser of the 3 act opera ^Tlie Uttla)ttf\ performed at
Dublin 1884, Glasgow 18855 ete - ^Is various songs
and piano music.
Porsch (Anna). German writer, bom at Gransee, July
3, 1841. Co-editor of Professor Breslauer's pedagogic
Journal s "Der Klavier-Lehrer". Author of * 4 Derita-
llenische Kirchengesang", and writer of a number of
articles on music in magazines, etc.
Moseley (Caroline Carr). English contemporary composer
of a number of part songs for ladies voices, various
songs, and several pieces for violin, cello and toy in-
struments.
Moulton (Mrs. Chas.). American composer of vocal
music, of which the song ** Beware " * had a remark-
able sale in its time. Of her other songs may be
mentioned : The Brook, Confession, and Hilda.
Hounsey (Elizabeth). English composer and organist,
"bom at London, Oct. S f 1819. Has published works
for piano, organ, guitar and voice.
She is a sister of Mrs. Moiansey-Bartholomew, with
-whose collalioration she has published a series of
church hymns, etc.
M tiller (EHse). German writer of songs. Breitkopf &
Hartel publish. : "IVanderlied ; Abscliied ; Und wis-
sen's die Blmnenj etc.
Huellner-CiaSIcnliofef (Josepha;. German composer,
bom at Vienna 1770. A very talented harpplayer,
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who made numerous concert tours, and has published
various compositions for the harp. Also a String
Quartet, and the opera "Dtr lelsnUcJtc Buud".
linn del la /Emma). English, composer, born 1858, died
Feb. 20, 1896. A highly gifted lady, pupil of Ernst
Pauer, Sullivan, Dr. Bridge, Dr. Stainer, Front and
and others. The wide ground which this instruction
covered piano, organ, harmony, composition, coun-
terpoint and singing laid the foundation of that val-
uable experience, whicli made her so useful in after
life. She was one of the first students to secure the
diploma 4 *A. R. C. IM/* issued "by the Royal College
of Music.
Among her works may be mentioned : * 4 Day-
School Hymn Book'"; the oratorio "Victory of
Song" for female voices and strings, a number of
part-songs, piano pieces, and some church music.
Hunktel! ('Helen*!. Swedish composer, author of a num-
ber of songs and piano pieces, and the one act opera
'In Flvrtwt " ( published by Choudens, Paris).
Hurio-CelH f Adeline). Prominent singer and teacher,,
resident of Xew York. Author of various piano
pieces and bravonra songs : II Sogno, 1'Eco, Glide
on, Mignonette, The Bells of Love, Ave Maria, etc.
Htisslni fAdele Branca). Contemporary Italian composer
and pianist, a descendant of the celebrated Sarti.
Ricordi has published a number of piano composi-
tions.
Naeser-Otto (Martha). German composer, bom at Liick-
enwalde, March 17, iS6o. Pupil of her father, the
organist Julius Xaeser and the Berlin Hochschule.
Her compositions consist of a number of meritorious
songs, and various works for piano, of which op. 3,
an excellent " Etude in Sixths % \ and a pretty " Bar-
carolle" in double passages, deserve mention.
Nathusius (Marie). German composer and writer. Bom
at Magdeburg March 10, iSij, died Dec. 22, 1857.
Beside her numerous novels, that have made her
name famous throughout Germany, she has published
over 100 songs, mostly of a sacred character.
N eed ham (Alicia Adelaide j. Irish composer, has made
a name as writer of a number of characteristic Irish
songs, something out of the "beaten track ? among
which ma}' be named : Irish Lullaby ; Queen of
Connemara; Husheen, etc.
Meumann (Elizabeth). Born of German parents at
Capetown. Published a number of piano composi-
tions for 2 as well as for 4 Hands.
Neuville (Mme. Alphonse de), widow of the celebrated
French painter, wrote an excellent 31ass (Andante reli-
giose, Pie Jesu, Requiem J which was performed at
the Saint-Francois de Sales church, Paris. Among her
other works may be named several violin composi-
tions (Ballade, etc.) arrangements lot various instru-
ments, and vocal mnsic.
lewcomfae (Georgeanne Hnbi }. English soprano
and composer, "bom in London Dec, iS, 1843, pupil
of Dr. Hiles. Her compositions include a number of
songs: The miner and his boy ( Prize song,, Irish
Potheen, etc. Also various piano works.
Hewton (Mrs. Alexander). English singer and composer,
bom London, 1821, died Dec. 22, iSSi. Writer of
songs and pia BO pieces, and a bravura singer of excep
tional ability.
Ulederstetter (Emilie;. German composer of piano
music (Romance; Air sans Paroles; Mazurka de con-
cert, etc.)
Morton (Mrs. Caroline Elizabeth Sarah, . English com-
poser and vocal teacher, bom at Huddersfield i&uS,
died I/ondon 1877. Was an excellent vocalist, novel-
ist, poetess and musician, who has written quite a
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number of popular songs, of which the following are
well known : Juanita* Voice of Music, Blind Girl,
3iurmur of the Shell, etc.
Novello (Mary Sabllla). English composer and singer,
sixth daughter of Vincent Novello, thfe well known
musician. She is the author of an admirable " School
for the Voice*' 1 ; also the work l 'Voice and Vocal Art ' T ,
and other publications.
Hoyes (Edith Rowena). Composer of a number of songs
and piano pieces : Funeral March ; The Hunter's
Call, etc.
Munn /Elizabeth Annie). English composer, "bom 1861.
Published a Mass in C. for Soli, chorus and orchestra
(op. 4) as veil as other church music, songs, etc.
This talented woman died, scarcely 33, at Manchester
Jan. j s 1894.
Ockleston-Lippa (Kate). Contemporary English com-
poser, pupil of Louis Maas and of the Leipzig Conser-
vator}'. Writer of piano music (Nocturne in D, Al-
bum leaves, etc.), also songs, anthems and other
church music.
<0key (Maggie). Contemporary English pianist anci
CfDmposer. Married 1884 the pianist de Pachmann y
but was divorced some years later. She composed a
Violin Sonata, a Romance for violin, several piano
compositions, etc.
Olagnler ( Marguerite}. French contemporary composer
of various works of importance, among which may
be named the opera "Si tit " which was performed
for the first time at the Theatre de la Renaissance,
Paris. Bee. iS, iSSi. The opera contains many gems,
among; which may be specially named a Romance, a
beautiful Berceuse and the Arioso. Capoul created
the role of "NaghiV. A second opera in 5 acts is
called ** t
Oicott (Grace). American song-writer (Life Is but a
dream ; Swift fly the tours, etc.)
Old ham (G. Emily). English composer of the present
time. Of her songs may be mentioned : His ship ;
Her voice ; Fair is the dawn.
Olga (Grandduchess of Russia^, has written a number of
compositions. A u Parademarsch * ' for orchestra is
published by Schlesinger,, Berlin.
O'Leary (Mrs. A.). English contemporary composer,
pupil of G. A. ilacfarren. Writer of songs: (I am
the Angel ; My Song is Love ; My Angel Lassie; etc.)
Oliver (Mary). English composer of piano, and concerted
music (op. 8 Romance, for violin and piano, etc.)
Olivier (Charlotte). German composer of numerous piano
pieces of a light order, her opus number reaching 135.
Orger (Caroline j. English, composer, bom London 1818,
died at Tiverton March n f 1892. Her works consist
of a Piano Concerto ("played May 3, 1843), a Piano
Trio first performance 1844), a Piano Quartet
in E flat ; and a Cello Sonata, first performance
at the Concerts of the Society of British Musi-
cians 1844, repeated 1846, 1847 ; a Sonata op. 6, sev-
eral Tarantellas, and other piano compositions. Also
several songs,, and a pamphlet "A few words on
Pianoforte playing with rules for fingering passages
of frequent occurrence < Xovello 1855;.
Orth plrs. L- E.), wife and pupil of John Orth, the
American musician, is the writer of a number of
pleasing teaching pieces for piano, various children
son^s, and a children's operetta.
Osgood ^Marion/. American composer of songs and
piano music.
Osterzee {Cornelia van). Butch contemporary compo-
ser, whose most important works are "Two Scenes for
orchestra from Tennyson's Idylls of the King "
Xo. I Elaines Dream and Death, and Xo. 2 Geraint's
Bridal Journey M . They were received very favorably
at one of the Berlin Philharmonic Concerts 1897.
Ostlere {31ay> English contemporary composer of light
Dances, IXarches and Songs (Dutch Dolls, Only once
more, Hypathia, Civile, etc.)
Otto "Louise;, the talented German novelist has pub-
lished " Die Mission cier Kunst mit besonderer Rueck-
sicht auf die Gegenwart r which contains tmich of in-
terest pertaining to music.
Ourjf, see Belleville-Oury.
Owen (Anita). American composer of piano pieces and
songs (Seville, Polka iantastique Only a little Band,
'Xeath the Flag).
Paige /Mrs. J. B.;. American writer, author of **Xew
Inductive and Eclectic Method for the Piano J \ pub-
lished at Boston.
Paige (Kate*. English writer author of *' Exercises on
General Elementary Music '*, published in two parts,
of which Part I was issued ISSo, and Part II iSSi,
London. She likewise published li Daily Exercises
for the Piano (1883).
.Pa pot f 31arie Anna). French composer, bom 1854, died
at Paris Sept. 2, 1596. Professor of singing at the
Paris Conservatory of Music, and author of a valued
collection of exercises * * Vingt-sept lecons a change-
ment de Clefs *\
Farad is rMarie Therese von). German composer, born
at Vienna May 15, 1759, died there Feb. i, 1824. A
most remarkable woman and talented mnsiciar*.
Blind from her third year orij she nevertheless showed
such a remarkable genius for music, that her parents
by the kind assistance of her Godmother the Empre&s
Maria Theresa, who "bestowed on her, for a time, a
yearly stipend of 200 Florins, were able to procure for
her the best of teachers, being instructed, by such
masters as Kozelnch, Salieri s Abbe Vogler,
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etc. She made suck rapid progress, and developed such
remarkable skill as a pianist, in spite of her sad afflic-
tion, that by the advice of her teachers she ventured
to appear at a concert, creating a perfect furore by
her beautiful and sympathetic playing, and her gen-
eral intellectual accomplishments.
Her memory was most phenomenal ; it is said she
was able to play 60 Concertos correctly and with ex-
quisite taste. Mozart greatly admired her, and wrote
and dedicated to her his Concerto in B flat (Kdchel
Catalogue No. 456).
Paradis made a number of concert tours, visiting
Paris 1784 iipon the invitation of Queen ZVIaria Antoi-
nette, remaining there for six months, playing fre-
quently "before the Court, and at the concerts Spirltu-
elle. From Paris she went to London, staying there
five months, and playing before the King, the Queen,
and Prince of Wales, as well as at various public
concerts of her own and others. After visiting Brus-
sels and the various important German courts and
cities, scoring a constant series of triumphs, artisti-
cally as well as financially, she returned to Vienna,
where, after appearing ?>t several concerts of the cele-
brated Tonkunstler-Socieiy, she retired from public
life, devoting; her entire time to composition and
teaching,, using a system of notation, invented for
her "by Riedinger, an intimate friend of her family.
Her compositions, which she dictated note by note,
are vert" meritorious and highly spoken of "by musi-
cians, some of her works being- classed among the
classics. E, Fauer has edited and published her So-
nata in D, in Ms collection of "Alte Meister *".
Paradis lias written a number of dramatic works, of
nhich the following have been performed with suc-
cess in public: "R't '*?>1v ?'/# Al>'ih>i *" T a fairy
opera, first performance at Prague ; the melodrama
"Ariadne und Bachus", first performance at Laxen-
burg 1791 in the presence of Emperor Leopold, and.
later on repeated! y played at the National Court Thea-
tre, Vienna ; a Pastorale Operetta "*JXr St:7i>'lctindi-
f^tt '\ first performance at the Leopoldstadt Theatre,
1792. Her other compositions consist of a Piano Trio 5
various Sonatas (4 Sonatas, Amsterdam 1778, 6 Sona-
tas, Paris, 1791, etc. j, also Variations and other pieces
for piano, and a number of songs, cantatas and other
vocal compositions.
Pa reel lo f Marie j. American composers of songs, mostlv
for a Contralto voice, viz.; You charm me; !Mv Gar-
den; Gaelic I/ullaby; Good Xight; etc.
Parent (Charlotte Frances Hortensej, "born of French, pa-
rents at London March 22, 1837, An excellent pian-
ist and teacher, pupil of the Paris Conservatory and
Mad. Fan-cue. Received the first prize in harmony
1855, the second prize for piano 1856, and the first
1857. Published several instructive works for the
piano.
Park fEdna Rosalind). American composer of decided
talent. Bom at Boston, and residing in New York
City. Pupil of Lambert. Her published composi-
tions consist of a number of meritorious songs,
f Young Rose; Memory; Nightingale and Rose; Thou
art so like a flower; Tarry with me; Love; Sunset,
etc.) Several important works in M.S.
Parke ("Maria Hester Mrs. Beardmore). English com-
poser, "bom at Condon 1775, died Aug. 15, 1822,
daughter of the celebrated oboist John Parke, and a
well known pianist, singer and writer of several So-
natas for piano, songs, part songs, and two Sonatas
op. 13 for violin and piano. A Concerto for Piano
''or Harpsichord) was published iSoo.
Parkyns /Mrs. Beatrice, nee Crawford). Born of English
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parents at Bombs}-, is the composer of some charm-
irg songs, and several violin compositions.
Patterson (Annie Wilson). Pianist and organist, "bom
at Lurgan, Ireland, Oct. 27, 1868, of French Hugue-
not descent. Pnpil of the R. I. A. of Music, Dublin.
Her compositions comprise: 4( Finola" Cantata for
Soli, Chorus and orchestra; %i St. John's Vision "'for
Soli, chorus and orchestra, produced at Dublin Feb,
2 5^ 1893; * 4 The Raising of Lazarus'*, Cantata (Dub-
lin April 10, 1891); Six original Gaelic Songs, etc., etc,
Fatti (Aclelina). The celebrated vocalist is also the com-
poser of a number of songs: Espoir secret; Speme
arcana, etc.
Faulowna. See Marie Paulowna.
Pease 'Jessie L.). American song-writer (Spring night;
Winter in Spring", etc. j.
Pelfetan ,'Mlle. Fanny"' 1 . French amateur musician, bom
July 2S, 1830, died at Passy Aug. 2, 1876. Deserves
honorary mention here, for her great and disinter-
ested undertaking, the pieservation and re-printing of
the original French editions of the works of Gluck ?
spending almost all of her fortune for this laudable
object. With the assistance of her teacher Berthold
Damcke (died Feb. 15, 1875, at Parisj she edited and
published in newly engraved editions all of Cluck's
Opera Scores, etc. The manuscript of Gluck's
"Alceste", for which she paid 10,000 Francs, and
the original manuscript of <k !'Enfance dn Christ**
by Hector Berlioz, she willed to the National Library
at Paris.
Peifegrinl-Cellonit '"Anna Maria). Italian composer, sin-
ger and vocal teacher fdied July 13, 1835), author
of an excellent vocal method, published by Piace
and 31artorelli at Rome iSio. A second edition was
published 1817, and a German translation is issued by
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Peters, Leipzig. She Is also the writer of "Oletodo
breve e facile ' * published at Rome 1823.
Perriere-Pilte (Comtesse Anais dej. French amateur
composer, (died at Paris Bee. 1878) is the author of
several operas and operettas, of which the following
have been performed in public: '*le Sorcier", first
performed at tie Theatre Lyriqiie, Paris, June 13,
iS66: "eMt/'/j* dt *>2*\ a one act operetta, at the
Athenee, Paris, June 6, 1873; tm Lts Vncanccs r/
rAitm*!? ", opera comique In 3 acts, first performance
Aug. 6, 1867. 31anT of her compositions were pub-
lished under the name of " Anais Marcelli '*.
Perron net pline. Amelie), daughter of a ballet dancer
of the Grand Opera, Paris. Talented writer of some
operettas that have met with success, notably tf Lii
CJviii&tm fie Vuubcpin '". Quite a number of her chan-
sonettes have been very popular.
Pesadorl (Mine. Antoinette de). French musician, has
published a number of piano pieces (Introduction
and Rondo } reviewed by Schumann, etc.), and in col-
laboration with J, Dotzauer wrote several composi-
tions for Cello and Piano.
Peschka-Letitner (Minnaj, the eminent singer, who was
bom at Vienna, OcL 25, 1839, and died at Wiesbaden
Jan. 12, 1890, is the writer of several songs, and a set
of Vocal studies.
Pessiak-Schmerfing (Anna). German vocal teacher,
born at Vienna iS34, died at Vienna March 14, 1896.
Talented pupil of 31archesi, for a number of years
teaclier at the Vienna Conservatory. Published a
number of excellent Vocal studies (36 Interval! Stu-
dies; ** Gehor und Treif Uebungen v >, also a number
of Pianoforte pieces and various songs. Several of
her Masses and other large sacred works are fre-
quently performed at Vienna.
Ffellschlfter (Julie YOU), German composer and pianist,
"born at Mannheim April 15, 1840. A Grand
Ballet 4 * Yoglein's 3Iorgengniss"", and, the dramatic
Scena "Agneta", have met -with success at \Vies-
baden. Also writer of a numlber of piano pieces and
songs.
Fhilp (Elizabeth). English composer, bom at Falnxmth.
1827, died at London Nov. 26, 1^85. Pupil in sing-
Ing of Garcia and Ularchesi, and in harmony and
composition of F. Hiller. This talented woman has
published numerous songs s part-songs and other
works, that have met with great success. Her ad-
mirable little work "How to sing an English Ballad "^
contains much sensible advise, conveyed in a pleas-
ing and graceful manner.
Pidoux / Madeline > French writer, daughter of a doc-
tor, and herself a physician of note, is the author of
a most valuable musical work * * Le Draxne I, vrique
en France, depuis Gluck jnsqu'a nos jours" {Paris
iSjSi, publishing the same under the name of
44 Jacques Hermann "*.
Pierpont (Marie de . French composer, died March
1896. Talented organist and writer of piano music,
songs and organ compositions. Her most important
work is the opera " Tfioiiiphz de C^f^f'"\
Pitt (Bmma). American author and musician, has pub-
lished a number of songs; In His Xame; Buds and.
Blossoms; Our Royal Prince, etc.
Plttrnan ('Alice Locke). American composer. The fol-
lowing compositions appear in print: Op. 25 Melody
in B flat, for violin and piano; the songs: Confes-
sion; The Roe; Spinning Song; Bright smiles the
sun, etc.
Place 'Gertrude;. English writer, author of "A Cate-
chism of Music for the use of Young Children f \
ic-9
The work was printed at London 1856, a second edi-
tion in 1860.
Fleyel (Camilla Marie). French composer, born at Paris
Sept. 4, 1811, died near Brussel March 30, 1875. A
remarkable fine pianist, pupil of Herz, Moscheles,
etc. Schumann speaks of her playing very highly
and specially praises her beautiful touch. Published
a number of piano compositions.
Plitt (Agathe). German composer, born at Thorn 1831.
Her precocious talent attracted the attention of Queen
Elizabeth of Prussia, who furnished the means for
her musical education. Is an excellent pianist, and
her compositions, consisting of Psalms, Motets and
other sacred works, also several Cantatas, have been
successfully performed in public.
Polko (Blise). German writer and composer, sister of
the celebrated African explorer Eduard Vogel, was
born at Leipzig, Jan. 31, 1834, died June, 1899, at
Minister, in Westphalia. Displayed at an early age
great musical talent, and by the advice of Mendels-
sohn went to Paris to study under Garcia. She never
appeared on the stage, but distinguished herself as a
I/ieder singer. After her marriage she abandoned
concert work, and devoted her time to literature and
composition.
She has published a number of songs, vocal duets,
and a few piano pieces, but is best known by her
writings on music, of which her "Musical Sketches "
are widely known. She has published interesting
" Reminiscences of Mendelssohn". Both of these
works have been translated into English. The fol-
lowing appear only in German: "Unsere Musikklas-
siker ", " Nicolo Paganini und die Geigenbauer " and
the musical novels "Faustina Hasse" 3 vols., and
"Die Bettler Oper".
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Pol let (31arie Nicole Simonin ). French Harpplayer,
bom at Paris May 4, 1787, pupil of Blattman and
Dalmivare. She made a number of successful con-
cert tours HirougflQiit Germany, France, Russia, etc.,
and published a number of compositions for the
Harp, among which a **3Iethod for the Harp 11 de-
serves special mention.
Porter (Mrs. David;, mother of Admiral David Porter,
U. S. X., has composed a number of songs, of which
* k Thou hast wounded the spirit that loved thee "* is
best known.
Potislfau (Mile. }. French composer and pianist, lias
published a number of Sonatas and other composi-
tions for the piano at Paris.
Powell (Mrs. \Vatkins). American contemporary com-
poser and song 1 writer (Answer, Cradle Song; Cupid
kissed roe etc. j.
Pratten . ^!rs. Sidney). English guitar-player and com-
poser for that instrument, born about 1^40. Has
published over 250 comjwsitions and several methods
for guitar. Also a book of instruction for the Gigliera,
a wood and straw instrument
Prescott i Oli vena Louisa i. English composer and writer,
born at London Sept. 3, 1842. Talented pupil of the
Royal Academy of Music, and of Lindsay Sloper,
Macfarren, etc. She is a most successful teacher of
harmony, and her text-book "Musical Form" (Part I
Instrumental, Part II Vocal; published at London
iSSi i Revised and enlarged (1894;, lias received well
merited praise from teachers as well as from music
critics, on actonst of its clearness of exposition, and
interesting treatment of a difficult subject.
This talented woman lias written quite a number
of pretentious compositions, that show great merit,
consisting of two Symphonies, several Orertnres, and
TazioTis shorter works for orchestra, as well as cos-
certed music for stringed Instruments (Quartets in A,
and in C minor;, and a Piano Concerto in A with or-
chestral accompaniment.
Of her vocal compositions, the most important
are: Psalm XIII for Soprano Solo, chorus and or-
chestra; Psalm CXXVI for voices alone; the Cantata
" Lord. Ullin's Daughter ^ for chorus and. orchestra;
44 Hero watching for Leander" Soprano Solo and
orchestra. Also a number of songs, anthems and
part-songs.
Fruckner (Caroline). German singer and vocal teacher,
born at Vienna 1852. In 1872 her excellent method:
"Theoiie nnd Praxis der Gesangsloinst * 9 was pub-
lished, which gained for the author a wide 'celebrity,
and. on the appearance of the second edition, the
Grand Duke of ^lecklenbourg-Schwerin bestowed
on her the Gold Medal for Art and Science.
Fugct (Ix>uisa). French composer, bom at Paris about
1810, died at Pan, Xov. 27, 1889. Gained a wonderful
popularity, fur a time, as writer of romances and
chansons.
Although not claiming great merit, her melodies
were always so natural and pretty, and so suited to
the words, and the words themselves so full of a
homelike character, that their success was most ex-
traordinary,. Such songs as u A la grace de Dieu '%
"Ave llaria 5 *, "3ue soleil de ma Bretagne'% t4 31oa
pays", sold by tens of thousand^ and were sung
everywhere.
Has also written two successful operettas, u Le
wax nits Qtll "\ produced at the Opera Comiqiie Oct
i, 1836, and "L'i Yeillewf, ou les JT'ttts de Mflatly",
first performed at the Gymnase, Sept 27, 1869, and
an opera in several acts^ called *'Beaucoup tie Bruit
pour yittt, ".
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Pupsn (Mme. A. M.) American writer and teacher,
author of a "Treatise on the Scales' 1 , and several
other instructive works (How to practice, etc.)
^uJnault (Marie Anne). French singer and composer of
the iSth century. Composed a number of motets and
other church music, that has been performed at
Versailles, and for which she was decorated by the
King of France with the order of St Michael.
Radeckl (Olga von). Russian contemporary composer,
writer of songs: (Sea hath its pearls; Night has a
thousand eyes, etc.)
Radnor (Countess of). English composer of church mu-
sic (various orders of service for children, Psalms,
Hymns, etc.), and a number of songs.
Ralph (Kate). English composer, who has published
various compositions for violin and piano.
Ralston (F. Marion). Ameiican writer of a number of
songs and piano pieces (Greeting; Ich Hebe dich;
Etude, etc.)
Rama it n (Una;. German writer and composer, born at
the small hatnlet of Mainstockheim, Bavaria, June
24, 1833. Showed great aptitude for music, but re-
ceived no instruction until her seventeenth year,,
when her parents removed to Leipzig, where she en-
joyed the advantage of piano lessons from the wife of
Dr. Brendel, the eminent music critic and writer, and
herself a pupil of Field,
In 1858 Una Ramann opened an institution for the
special training of teachers, which met with great
success, and has grown to be a most successful and
important institution.
As a writer of pedagogic works, Ramann has been
very successful, such works as si Gnmdriss der Tech-
nik des Klavierspiels ", published in 3 Vols M " Tech-
nische Studien", and 4t Erste Elementarstnfe des
Klavierspiels '*, two Vols., being introduced at many
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of tiie German music schools. She has also written
a set of 4 Sonatinas, op. 9, and various other in-
structive pieces.
As a musicograplier she ranks very high, having
written many thoughtful and valuable essays, etc.
upon musical subjects. Of her -writings the follow-
ing deserve special mention for their sterling merit:
* fc Life of Liszt", 2 vols., an important work, com-
. piled witi. great care, minuteness and intelligence,
the author profiting largely from personal infor-
mation.
Published a highly interesting collection of Liszt's
letters, and a 4i S:udy on Liszt's Christus*'. Her
writings on Liszt are considered the best so far pub-
lished. Of her other important works may be
named: " Die Maslk als Gegenstand der Erziehung
(Leipzig iS6Sj; 4i Al!gemeine Erzieh- und Unterrichts-
lehre der Jngend" (Leipzig 1869); "Bach und Han-
del "(iSdS).
Two volumes of her essaj-s are published in col-
lective form:' Mus der Gegenwart <J (Nuremberg
<iS6S), and " Die Mnsik als Gegenstand des Unter-
richts (Leipzig iS66 iS6jj.
Ramsay (Lady }. English amateur composer of a num-
"ber of songs and the cantata * l The Blessed Damazel ' *.
Rand (Josephina). American vocal teacher, and author
of a 4 ' Vocal ilethod ' \
RawIInson (Angela). English composer, writer of the
operetta "CugMtfc "\ published by Boosey & Co.
Raymond (Emma Marcy). American composer of a
number of songs: Bird of love; O Salutaris; First
love; Ave Maria, etc. Also Piano music.
Rees (Clara H.). American composer and organist,
writer of a number of songs (Waiting for you, etc.),
and various instrumental compositions.
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Reichard (Louise). German composer, bom at Berlin
1780, died at Hamburg Nov. 17, 1826. Her father
Jonann F. Reichard was Court CBapelmaster to
Frederic the Great, and her mother a daughter of
Franz Bentla, the celebrated composer.
She composed a number of ireritorious songs and
part-songs mostly of a sacred character.
Reinagle, see Orger.
Ren tie, Victor (real name Irene Baungros), married
Philip Hale, the eminent Boston musical critic. Bom
at Syracuse, X. Y. Pupil of the Cincinnati Conser-
vatory of Music (Winner of the Springer Gold Medal
iSSi), and of Oscar Raif and Moszkowski. Among"
her works may be mentioned several piano composi-
tions and various songs.
Ren nes (Catharina van,?, born at TTtrecht, Holland, Aug.
2 5 1858. Published a number of songs, of which op.
4 " J n g Holland", a set of children songs, were pub-
lished at Utrecht; op. 5, 4i Lentetever 1 ', a set of five
two-part songs are published at Amsterdam; op. 15
4 4 Lebenslust " six two-part songs for children, pub-
lished at Leipsig.
Revlal (Marie Pauline). French composer and vocal
teacher at the Paris Conservatory, author of il 12
Etudes pour le chant, rlestinees ato: voix de So-
prano 1 *. She was an oScer of the Legion of Honor.
Died at Etretat Oct. 13, 1871.
Richardson (Jennie V.). American composer, whose
compositions consist mostly of piano music.
Richter (Pauline). German composer. A number of her
songs and piano pieces are published at I^eipzjg.
Ricotti (Onestinaj. Italian composer and pianist. Has
publisned a number of piano pieces and songs.
Author of various works on music.
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Rlego (Teresa del). English song writer. Songs:
Slave Song; Love is a Bird; My gentle child; Ave
Maria, etc.
Riese, see Liebniann.
Ring -[Claire;. American composer, pupil of Hille, Phila-
delphia. Author of some piano pieces (Album leaf,
Danse Caprice, etc.)
RIngelsfaerg (Mathilde). Bohemian composer of dances
and waltzes, popular at Prague during the middle of
the 1 9th century.
RItter (Fanny Raymond). American writer, born at
Philadelphia 1840, wife of F. L. Ritter the eminent
musician. Mrs. Ritter is an accomplished author
and translator, her writings and translations consist-
ing of k * Schumann's Essays and Criticisms **; " Music
and Musicians'*; Ehlert's * 4 Letters on Music to a
Lady"'; fct Some Famous Songs '\ an Art Historical
Sketch, etc. A num"ber of her essays have been pub-
lished in collective form under the title ' l Lyre, Pen
and Pencil".
She composed a number of songs, vocal duets and
trios.
Rive- King (Mrs. Julia). This eminent American pianist
was born at Cincinnati, Oct. 31, 1857. She is a pupil
of Wm. Mason, S. B. Mills, and Reinecke, finishing
her studies with Liszt at Weimar. Her professional
debut was made under Reinecke's direction at one of
the Euterpe concerts at Leipzig, playing Beethoven's
third Concerts, and Liszt's Second Rhapsodic, scoring
a genuine success.
As a composer she has displayed considerable talent,
some of Iier piano compositions being printed in.
many editions, such as "Bubbling Spring", tk On
blooming Meadows**, etc. She has transcribed in
brilliant style such works as Liszt's Rhapsodic Xo. 2,
Scarlatti Sonata in A, etc. Among her original com-
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positions may be named: Gems of Scotland, Polka
Caprice, Polonaise Heroiqne, etc.
Robert-Riazel (Helena). French composer and talented
pianist. Author of a number of beautiful songs,
among which ma}- be named the following: ITn
Souvenir; A mon Pere; la Luciole, etc.; and the
cantata c { Le Jugement dernier ' \
Her vocal method "Guide mnsica de Tenfance",
containing elementary rules and a number of Solfeg-
gios in all the major and minor keys, adapted to the
child's voice, was highly recommended by Adolf
Adam. Her 4 * Concert des enfants *', a collection of
one and two-part songs for children,, has been fre-
quently reprinted, and is considered one of the best
published.
Roberts (Xellie Wilkinson >. American writer of songs,
of which may be named: Sing little birds; Unawares;
The Old Path, etc.
Robinson (Mrs. Joseph}. English composer, born 1831,
died 1879, author of the sacred cantata A 'God is
Love *'; a number of songs, and other compositions.
Rod we! I f Anne j. English writer, author of * * The Juven-
ile Pianist'', London 1838, of which several editions
have been printed.
Roeckel (Jane Jackson ) wife of Joseph Roecke! the
song writer. Under the name of "Jules de Sivrai ' ',
she has published a number of brilliant piano compo-
sitions, (Taranteller Danse Rnsse, Reverie Mazurka,
etc.\ and songs ("Drifting on, A Village Story, etc).
Mrs. Roeckel is the inventor of the 4 * Pamphonia ",
an appliance for learning the staves and clefs.
Roelofeon (Mrs. Emily B.). Writer of songs; Christ-
mas Lullaby; Sands O'Dee; Sea Shells, etc.
Roentgen, see Maier.
Rogers (Clara Kathleen), the eminent teacher and musi-
cian, was born at Cheltenham, England, Jan. 14, 1844,
"being the granddaughter of Robert Lindley, the
well-known song -writer. She is a pupil of iloscheles
anil Plaidy - piano;, Paperitz and Richter (Harmony^,
RIetz and David (Ensemble playing) and of Goetz
and Mrs. Zimmermann, Berlin, in singing.
Later on she studied operatic singing -with San
Giovani.
As Clara Doria (her stage name) she appeared with
success at Genoa, Naples, Leghorn, Florence, Lon-
don, New York, etc,, finally settling at Boston, and
devoting her time to teaching and composing. Her
compositions consist of the folio-wing works, most all
of uhich are in print: A String Quartet; a Sonata
for cello and piano; a Sonata in D minor for violin
and piano; a Scherzo in A op. 15 for piano, and a
number of songs (Clover Blossoms, Confessions,
Years at the Spring, etc.), several collections (Brown-
ing songs, Album of 14 songs, etc.).
Her excellent work "' The Philosophy of Singing '*
contains much that is novel in the application of
evolutionary theories, and for the practical vocal
teacher, there is to be found a great deal of most
helpful matter. The work is divided into three
parts: Part I. The Philosophy of Singing; Part II.
Mechanism and Technique, Application and Elucida-
tion of Singing.
Ronafcfs (Mrs. Belle). American composer of songs, etc.
Roswltha (real name, Helen yon Rossow), a German
nun of the Benedictine convent at Gandersheim,
flourished about 980. Wrote a considerable amount
of poetry, some of which she has set to music (Mar-
tyrertod einer Heiligen, etc.).
Root i 1 Grace W. /. American writer of songs, such as:
For Thee, The Spell of the Waltz, Sunset, etc.
Rothschild i, Baroness W. de). Wife of the well-known
banker, is a song writer of considerable talent, her
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song " Si vous n'aviez rien a uies dire f? lias liad re-
markable success. Of her other songs may be men-
tioned: \Yenn du ein Herz; Glaube mir nlcht;
Pels und Moos; Bei Dir, etc.
Rudersdorf (Erminie, nee ilansfeldt), Russian singer^
composer and litterateur. Born at Icvanowsky Dec.
12, 1822, and. died at Boston Feb. 26, 1882, where she
resided as a very successful and popular teacher of
singing, among laer pupils being" Emma Thursby and
Anna Drasdil. She has written a number of songs,,
of which ** Maying " is best known.
An Essay ''Einige "VVorte fiber das Krlemen des
Gesanges *% is published by ilanke, Jena.
Huncle (Constance Leroy), American composer of songs
(I will arise; A merry Life; The Dove of Peace; There
is a Land;. Also chinch anthems, and organ com-
positions.
Rota (Countess Gilda;. Italian composer. Bom at
Naples. Talented pianist, pupil of her father and
llercadante. Her compositions consist of the opera.
" Tit e Fire Wur*Jtiit/ptr* *\ a Piano concerto, instru-
mental miisiCj and songs.
Ryttenstcin (Constance, Baroness of,). German Ama-
teur, composed various songs: Ave Maria; Ich denlkie
dein; Letzter Traum; Lebe wolil, etc.
Sablnin (Martha von). German contemporary writer of
songs and piano pieces. Op. I Eight Songs; op. 2
Six Songs ; op, 3 Six .Songs ; op. 4 Ballade, etc.
Saffery (Eliza, Mrs. Henry Sheltonj. English com-
poser of the earlier part of the igth center}' Writer
of: u Reminiscences of a Minstrel", 10 songs
(1832;; "Hours of melody ", songs (i 36), etc. Of
these sets, the songs: Broken vows; 1 love thee; and
Sailor's grave, were best known.
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Saint-Didier (la Comtesse de). French amateur com-
poser. Her cantata ' l II est rendu ' ' was performed
at Paris, Sept. 30, 1820.
Sainte-Ooix (Mile. de). French composer, pupil of
Coninck, is the writer of the following operettas:
" Les Rendezvous galante", I act, first performance at
the Athenee, Jan. 23, 1873; "Madame de Rabunir",
i act, at the BoufTes-Parisiens, Feb. 5, 1874; "Pygma-
lion ", i act, at the Theatre Dejazet, Feb. 9, 1875,
and " CJiarisoji du Printemps ", i act, performed for
the first time at the Theatre de Versailles, March 28,
1875-
Sainton- Dolby (Charlotte), the famous English singer,
was born at London, May 17, 1821, and died at Lon-
don Feb, 18, 1885.
Mendelssohn dedicated to her his 6 Songs opus 57,
beside writing the contralto music in Elijah with the
special view to her singing it.
As a composer she has shown marked talent, her
cantatas "The Legend of St. Dorothea", and "The
Story of the Faithful Soul", attaining great popu-
larity, being repeatedly performed in public. She is
also the author of l * Florimel " , a cantata for female
voices, written a few months prior to her death. Of
her other writings may be mentioned a * * Tutor for
English Singers", a complete course of Practical In-
struction in Singing, published at London, and
w r hich has passed through several editions, and a
large number of songs (Marjories Almanac, etc).
Sale (Sophia). English composer, died Westminster
May 3, 1869. She was an excellent organist, and
writer of some pleasing hymn tunes.
Saligny (Clara). German composer, who has published
a number of piano compositions, of which opuses 8,
9 and 10, are best known.
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Salter (Mary Turner). American song writer (A Water
Lily; Little boy good sight; Fair White Flower, etc.)
Sanders (Alma). English contemporary pianist of de-
cided. merit, has composed a number of piano com-
positions, which evince taste and ability. Her most
important works are, a Trio for Piano and strings, a
Violin Sonata, and a Quartet for Piano and strings
Santa Coloma-Sourget (Eugenia). Eminent French
composer, born at Bordeaux, Feb. 8, 1827. A very
talented pianist, pupil of Zimmermann and Bertini.
Writer of a number of "beautiful songs (published by
IMeissonier^ Escudiex, Gerard and. other Parisian pub-
lishers) among them such gems as " Le chant dii cre-
puscule "; *A tine jenne fille "; ** Chant madeleine";
* i Une Etoile s 'and 4t C*est ton nome "", which have
attained a most flattering success. Her one act opera
*' Vliiwge '\ was successfully performed at Paris 1864.
She has written a Trio for string instruments,published
by Gerard, Paris, which possesses great merit and
originality, and is highly spoken of by Halevy and
others.
Sargent (Cora Decker;. American writer of vocal music
(A Summer Girl; Spanish, etc.;.
Sawath (Caroline;. German writer of a number of piano
pieces of a light and pleasing order.
Sawyer (Hattie P./. American writer of songs and sa-
cred music (Who'll tell; Willie Barling; Across the
dreary sea, etc;.
Scfiaden (Nanette von). German amateur pianist and
composer of the latter part of the last century. Wr^te
two Concertos for piano, and a number of Sonatas,
Rondos and other pieces* She mas "bom, and died at
Salzburg, Austria.
Schaeffer (Theresa;. German composer. The following
of her compositions appear in print: Op. I Lamen-
tations erotique; op. 5 Mazurka; op. 13 Mazurka; op.
14 Rondo brilliant; op. 15 Nocturne; op. 16 Capriccio;
op. 17 Scherzo; op. 27 Serenade; acollection of 14
songs, etc.
Her Festival overture in C, op. 26 for large orches-
tra (M. S.) lias been published as a piano duet by
Paez, Berlin.
Schauroth (Delphlne von). German composer, born
at Magdeburg 1814, pupil of Kalkbrenner, and a
brilliant pianist, whose playing Schumann greatly-
admired. Mendelssohn was considerably infatuated
with, her during his visit at Munich 1830. He speaks
of her in his letters of that date. His well known
11 Venetian Gondellied " (Song without words No. 6),
and his Concerto in G minor are dedicated to her.
Her compositions consist of several Sonatas, of
which a "Sonata brilliant" in C minor, is very
favorably reviewed by Schumann in his 4i Xeue
Zeitschrift fiir Mnsik "; also a Cappricio and various
other compositions for the piano.
Schimon (Anna, nee Regan). Bohemian Soprano sin-
ger and composer, bom near Carlsbad Sept. iS, 1841.
Pupil of Halevy, and famous as a concert singer and
vocal teacher. Wrote a number of songs and other
vocal works, and has two operas in manuscript.
Schtrmacfier (Dora). Bnglish composer and pianist,
bom at Liverpool Sept. i, 1857. Studied at the
Leipzig Conservatory of Music for three years,, gain-
ing first prize, and was honored by "being allowed to
play at one of the Gewandhaus Concerts, Leipzig.
Played with great success in England and on the con-
tinent, and is considered one of England's foremost
female pianists.
Schirmacher is the author of a number of songs
and piano pieces, among which area Sonata; a Suite;
op. 4 Romanze; op. 5 TonDiiaer; op. t> vaise ae
Concert, etc.
Schiesinger-Stephanl (Marie). German contemporary
musician, and teacher of harmony. Autiior of a
theoretical work u fvlemen tar Theorie der Mnsik'%
to assist in self-study, -which was awarded a silver
medal at the Antwerp World's Fair 1885.
Schilck (Elise, Countess of), is the writer of a number of
German songs, published "by Cranz (Geisternacht,.
Gute Nacht, Lieder der Xacht, etc.).
Scfimezer (Elise). German contemporary composer.
The following compositions are printed: Op. 4, 5, 6 t
7 Twelve Songs; op. 10 Four Song; op. 19 Two-
Songs; op. 20 Two Songs, and the opera " Otto der
SrJmefz J1
Schnorrvon Carolsfeld (Malvina), wife of the celebrated
singer, is the author of a number of pretty songs, of
which: u Ich hort ein Bachlein rauschen ^ deserves
special mention.
SchoSI (Amalie). German composer, bom at Dresden,
Sept. 28, 1823, died there Sept 18, 1879. Wrote a
number of songs: ("Maienglockchen' 1 "Auf der
Wartburg ", u Das ewige Lied", etc.).
Schrelnzcr (F. 31.). German composer and pianist*
bom at Danzig, Prussia, 1812, died 1873. A number
of her songs and piano pieces are published at Leipzig
and Berlin.
Schroetcr (Corona Elizabeth), the famous German singer,,
who was born at Gnben, Jan. 14, 1751, and died at
Hmenau Aug. 25, 1802, "was a songwriter of consider-
able merit. A number of her songs, which are
very melodious settings of poems by Herder, Slat* hi-
son, Klopstock, etc. , ivere published in two volumes.
at Leipzig.
Schubert (Georgine). Eminent German singer, bom at
Dresden Get 2S 3 1840, died at Potsdam Dec. 26,
1878. This eminent dramatic soprano, the grand-
daughter of George Schneider, the celebrated com-
poser (Oratorio 4t Birth of Christ ", etc.), is the writer
of a number of meritorious songs.
Schumann (Clara Josephine). German composer and
pianist, bora at Leipzig Sept 13, 1819, died at Frank-
fort a, 31., Hay 2o t 1896, was the daughter of Fried-
rich "Wieck, the eminent teacher. Clara began her
musical studies at a very early age under her father's
guidance, with whom she made such rapid progress,
that on Oct. 20, 1828, having completed her ninth
year, she was able to make her debut in public at a
concert In her native town, where she played with the
pianist Exnilie Reinhold, Kalkbrenner^s 4 hand varia-
tions from " 31oi.se ' '.
On Nov. 8, 1830,, when just eleven, she gave her
-first public concert at the Gewandhaus, gaining great
credit for her playing. Among the numbers per-
formed was a set of Variations of her own.
On Sept 12, 1840 (the eve of her birthday) she mar-
ried, after a romantic courtship, Robert Schumann
who had been a very Intimate friend to the \\~ieck
family for some years.
This union was a very happy one, they lived for one
another, and she looked upon It as her highest privi-
lege to give to the world the most perfect interpreta-
tion of her husband's works. As an interpreter of
Schumann's music, she was absolutely unrivalled,
and she devoted her whole life to this aim, In fact
many of Schumann's compositions, such as the Piano
Concerto, the Quintet, Quartet, Trios, etc., owed their
first reputation to her.
The influence of her husband's genial, romantic
and poetic nature awakened in her a conception of
the art hitherto unknown to any lady pianist
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Her appearances in Holland, Austria, England and
Germany were greeted with the utmost enthusiasm,
and an admiration for her artistic performances was
enhanced by her hearty affection, evoked by her
touching devotion to her husband dining the last
years of his life. As an artist, Clara Schumann was a
combination of virtues, musical, musiciarily and tem-
peramental, such as loom upon the artistic horizon
not often in the ages. She had powerful qualities of
brain, but she had also great depths of heart,, and
both were balanced in her playing after a manner
which has given her critics just ground to proclaim
her the greatest female pianist the world has known.
She exacted from the keyboard ~bj a form of lin-
gering finger pressure, as opposed to percussion, a
rare fniitiness of true quality, which, few have been
known to attain.
Personally, Madame Schumann was of middle
height, rather stout, with a pale face, acqniline nose
and deep blue expressive eyes. Her simplicity of
manners, the refined atmosphere of her private life,
were such as to endear her to all whom she met
In regard to Clara Schumann's compositions,
Franklin Taylor gives the following characterization:
* 4 lladame Schumann's compositions^ though not
very numerous,, evince that earnestness of purpose
which distinguish her work in general. Even her
earliest essays, -which, are short piano pieces -written
for the most part in dance-form are redeemed from
any reproach to triviality by their interesting rhythms,
and in particular "by the freshness of their modula-
tions, the latter "being indeed in some cases original
even to abruptness."*
Among her more serious compositions of later date
are a Trio in G minor for piano, violin and cello, op.
17, which is thoroughly mnsicianly and interesting,
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three charming Cadenzas to Beethoven's Concerto's
op. 37 and 58, and a set of three Preludes and Fugues
op. 16, which deserve mention not only on account of
their excellent construction, but as forming a most
valuable study in legato playing. There is also a
Piano Concerto op. 7, dedicated to Spohr, of which
the passages (though not the modulations) remind one
of Hummel; but it is a short work and not well bal-
anced, the first movement being reduced to a single
solo, -which ends on the dominant, and leads at once
to the Andante.
In the later works, as might naturally be expected,
there are many movements which bear traces of the.
influence of Schumann's music both in harmony and
rhythm, but this influence, which first seems percep-
tible in the " Soirees Musicales" Op. 5 and 6, is
afterwards less noticeable in the piano works than in
the songs, many of which are of great beauty.
Schumann himself has made use of themes by Clara
in several instances, namely in his Impromtu op. 5
(on the theme of her Variations op. 3, which are
dedicated to him), in the Andantino of his Sonata in
F minor op. 14, and (as a motto) in the "Davids-
bundler " op. 6.
The following is a list of her compositions: Op. I
Quatre Polonaises ; op. 2 Caprices en forme de Valse ;
op. 3 Romance variee; op. 4 Valses Roman tiques ;
op. 5, 6 Soirees Musicales, i-o pieces caracteristiques ;
op. 7 Concerto No. I, in A minor; op. 8 Variations de
Concert, in C, on the Cavatina in " II Pirata " ; op. 9
Souvenir de Vienne, Impromtu in B b ; op. 10
Scherzo, D minor; op. n Three Romances; op. 12
Three Songs ; No. I Br- ist gekomrnen, No. 2 I/iebst
du, No. 3 Warum willst du fragen ; op. 13 Six
Songs; op. 14 Scherzo No. II, in C minor; op. 15
Quatre pieces fugitive; op. 16 Three Preludes and
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Fugues; op. 17 Trio in G minor, piaiio } violin and
cello; op. 20 Variations on a theme by Robert
Schumann ; op. 21 Three Romances for Piano (C, F,
and G minor; ; op. 22 Three Romances for Violin and
piano; op. 23 Six Songs from ** Jocunde *'.
"Without opus numbers : i Liebeszauber, song for
voice and piano; 2 Andante and Allegro, piano;
3 Cadences to Beethoven's Concertos in C minor
and G.
Clara Schmnan edited the Breitkopf and Harte!
Kditlon of Robert Schumann's complete piano works ;
D. Scarlatti's 20 select Sonatas; arranged Robert
Schumann's Quintett op, 44 for 4 hands; and edited
Schumann's "Early Letters. ""
La ilara has published, a biographical sketch of
Clara Schumann in her collection of " ^Insikalische
Studienkopfe. "
Schuyler <'Georgina> American writer of songs :
Across the world I speak to thee; The Apology: Go
lovely Rose ; In a Gondola, etc.
SchwertzeSI (IVllhelmine von,. German composer of
songs and part-Sony^ for one, two and three voices.
Scott Clara H.> American composer, writer of sacred
music and part-songs for female voices.
Scott i'Lady John Douglas -, maiden name Alicia Anne
Spottiswoode, marrietl 1*36 Lori John Douglas Scott,
a son of the Duke of Bnccleuch. She is the author
of a number of well-known songs, such as: Annie
Laurie ; Douglas tender and true ; Farewell to thee,
Charlie : Lammennoor, A collection of her mnsica!
compositions has been published at London.
Seiler > Enima;. Geirnari vocal teacher and writer, bat
residing for a loi:g time at Philadelphia. Is the
author of an excellent work 4 "Tbe Voice in Sing-
ing 1 ", ("Philadelphia iS69 r , that contaias a large
amount of valuable material
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Selpt '"Sophie). German composer, of whom a number
of compositions for Cello and Piano are published
at Cologne (Drei Rotnanzen, Fantasie, etc.)
Sen eke (Teresa;. Italian composer, born about 1848,
and died at Rome, November 1875. Wrote a num-
ber of songs and piano pieces } and is the author of
the opera "" Le D>f Am trite", which was performed
at the Theatre Argentina, Rome.
Sender /"lime. H. ;. French composer and pianist,
of whom the following works appear in print:
"Methode elementaire de chant'* in two parts,
i Schonenberger 7 Paris,, ; op. 1 1 Exercise pour le
trille, etc.
Shattyck -Lillian;. American musician, writer of "The
ven,* first Lessons for Violin " etc.
Sheppard (Elizabeth Sara;. English novelist and
writer, born at Blackheath 1830, died at Brixton,
London, March 13, 1862. Author of 4t Charles Auches-
ter" ;'i853; "Rumor" ^'1858), musical novels, in
the former of which Mendelssohn is depicted as Sera-
phael.
Sherrington (Helena Lemrnens), the great English so-
prano, who was born at Preston, Oct. 4, 1834, has
composed a number of pleasing songs. Her sister,
Grace Sherrington, bom at Preston 1842, is also a
talented composer of songs, and a well known vocal
teacher.
Sick (Annaj, German composer and pianist. A number
of piano compositions and several songs appear in
print.
Simmons (Kate). American composer of a number of
pleasing and popular dances (Racquet galop, etc.;
Slmons-Candeille, see Candeille.
Slrmen, or Syrrnen (Maddalena Lornbardini de), the dis-
tinguished Italian violinist, was bom at Venice in
1735, and educated at the Conservatory dei Medicanti,
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Venice. Studied with the celebrated violinist Tar-
tinl, at Padua, with whom she made such marvelous
progress In her art, that she nas considered for a
time a worthy rival of Nardini, the famous violinist.
At the 4 * Concerts Spiritual " at Paris, several of her
compositions were performed with success and
greatly admired.
Of her various compositions the following have
been published: 6 Trios for 2 violins and cello
(Amsterdam j ; 3 Concertos for violin op. 2 Amster-
dam; ; 3 Concertos for violin op. 3 f'Am&terdam'i.
Another Concerto is mentioned by J, A. Killer as
having been engraved at Venice.
Slvraf (Jules de), see RoedkeL
SkeSton (Mrs. Nellie Bangs;. American pianist and
composer, born Aug. 15, 16159, at Lacon, 111., pupil of
31me. de Roode Rice, and author of a number of
piano pieces >' Gavotte, etc. ; and songs.
Skinner Olrs. Fanny Levering , American vocal teacher,
singer ^pnpll of 3Ime. Rudersdorf i and composer of
a number of songs : Gypsy ; Spring ; Rapture ;
Rose, etc.
Skinner \ Florence Marian';. English contemporary
composer. Her opera ** S//.^;-^ "" was produced at
Naples, April 15, 1877, and a second opera Muriti
Iteyina dl Seeziu" at St. Reino, Tniin and London
during 1883.
Smart (Harriet Anne), sister of the well-known English
composer Henry Smart, Is the author of a nnznl*er of
Hymns and other vocal music. She was born at
London Oct. 20, 1817, and died there June 50, 1^3.
Smith (Alice Mary;. English composer, born at Lotion
Hay 19, 1^39, died there Dec. 4, iS&4. Talented
pupil of Stemdale Bennett and Sir G. A. Macfarrea,
Elected Associate of the London Philharmonic So-
ciety 1867.
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Her numerous works, all of which are very merito-
rious, clear In form and free from all eccentricity,
consist of two Symphonies, the one in C minor per-
formed at London 1863, and the other in G, finished
I $66.
Her four Overtures are named * l End3'mion " ' (' fin-
ished 1664, and re- written for the Crystal Palace
1871 , **Lalla Rookh^ (1865;, 4 * llasque of Pandora*'
fi57S;, and 4 *Jasonj or the Argonauts and Sirens"
{jSjS>
A Quartet for Piano and strings, in B flat, was fin-
ished iS6i, another in B, 1864, two others are in E
and G minor.
Of her three Quartets for string, one in D was
written 1862, and a second in 1870. The third is
in G.
A Concerto for Clarinet and orchestra was success-
fully performed at the Norwich Festival 1872. An
* * Introduction and Allegro * ' for Piano and Orchestra
was first played by the composer 1865.
In 1879 fc Two Intermezzi " from the * s Masque of
Pandora 15 were finished, the overture to the same "be-
ing "written the year before. The following cantatas
for Soli chorus and orchestra, are published :
i Riidesheim' > \ performed for the first time at Cam-
bridge 1865; "Ode to the North-East Wind" first
performance by the Hackney Choral Associations
iSSo; * l 0de, The Passions" (words by Collins) written
for the Hereford Festival 1882; "Song of the Little
Baltung** (words by Kingsley), performed by the
Lombard Amateur Association iSS2; "'The Red
King", words by Kingsley.
Beside these larger works, she has published quite
a cumber of part-songs, duets and solos, all of which
show a great vein of melody. Her pretty duet * * Oh
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that we two were maying" is probably known the
world over.
Smith (^ Eleanor j. American writer of songs: The Quest;
She kissed with her eyes; Cradle Song; "Where go
the boats; The Swing, etc.
Smith i ( Mrs. Gerritj. American vocalist, and writer of
piano music and songs (Woodland \Varblings, etc, j
Smith (Gertrude;. American composer, born at New
York, daughter of the late Dr. Norman Smith, the
excellent music dilitantti. Her compositions, show-
ing marked talent, are highly spoken of by compe-
tent critics. Among her best songs are: An die
grosse Glocke; \Vachterruf ; Rose im Thai, etc.
Smith (Fanny Morris j. American writer and musician,
bom at Brockport, N. Y, Author of **A noble Art '%
being a treatise on the construction of the piano, and
4 * The Music of the Modern World ".
Smith ; Hannali t . American writer and musician. Author
of 4i Music, Ho wit came to be 7 *, a work treating on
Acoustics, ancient mediaeval Belgian and Italian
music. Opera, Oratorio, etc, . published by Scribner).
She has compile*! a set of interesting teaching pieces
and studies, called: ** Progressive Exercises in Sight
Reading for the Piano ", in 12 parts.
Smith (Laura,. English composer, and author of
fi Music of the Waters '\ a collection of the Sailor's
claanties, or working songs of the sea of all maritime
nations, London i&SS.
Smith May Florence,,. American writer and musician,
author of: "A "Key to Perfect Reading, or Transposi-
tion Studies at a Glance". Also songs and church
music.
Smith (Nettie Fiersonj. American writer of songs:
We meet no more ; Xeath the Liilies sleeping-, etc.
Smith (Rosalie Balmer,. American musician, writer of
several violin compositions ^Romanza, etc.;
Smyth ( Ethel 31. .1. English, contemporary . composer,
talented pupil of Herzogenberg. Her 4 ' Mass in D '\
is of such decided merit, as to deserve the attention
of all choral societies. This work is intensely modem
in stvle and rather suggestive of Gounod in its ex-
pression of feeling, but it is by no means an imitation
of that master, and in sustained dignitj* and breath
of thought is quite equal to any modern work of its
class.
Miss Smyth refrained printing her name in full,
but only the initials E, M. Smyth appeared on the
title page of the Mass. Her opera 4 'Dfr Wald ' *, the
text of which is her own, was performed at Berlin >
and at London (July 18, 1902), and is declared by
critics as exceptionally good. Its success has been
most pronounced.
Oilier important works by Miss Smyth are : A
>uintett B for strings, performed at Leipzig 1884; a
Sonata in A minor op, 7 for Violin and piano ; a Ser-
enade in D for orchestra, and the overture u Antony
and Cleopatra", both works being performed at the
Crystal Palace 1890.
She has written a number of songs and other com-
positions.
Sneed (Miss Anna, now Mrs. Cairn). American com-
poser, writer of a number of melodious songs (Break,
break o sea, etc.).
Soyrget, see Santa-Coloma-Sonrget.
Spar man i Helen). American musician and writer*
author of **An Attempt at an Analysis of Music", a
very able philosophical treatise, and of i4 Lessons in
Audition 1 ', an excellent work.
Spence (Sirs. Sarah). English writer, author of "An
Instruction to the Science of Harmony", London
iSio.
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Spencer (Fanny Morris). American composer, "bom at
Xewfourgh, X. Y. Author of a number of songs
(Awake my love. When I know, Homeward, \Vell-a-
Day, etc), Church Anthems, and a set of 32 Bfarmn
Tunes.
Sporleder (Charlotte). German composer 5 born at Cas-
selXov. 8, 1,836. Author of a 4t Grand SSnata' 1 for
piano ; Study for the left hand ; Ballade, Valse bril-
lant, etc.j and Concertante for Violin and Piano.
Stair ( Patty). American composer, resident of Cleveland,
Writer of songs, Piano music, etc.
Stefofolns (Genevieve). American writer, author of
u Dynamic Breathing' 1 .
Stecher (Marianne). German composer and organist.
Has written various compositions, of which may be
mentioned the following organ works: Op. 7 Eight
Fugues; op. 13 Six Fugues ; 8-S Fughi per 2'organo;
also a Grand Sonata in B, for Piano 4 hands.
St. John (George Eoydenj. American composer of
songs: In Dreamland; Ton jours Amour; Bonny
Prince Charlie : Cupid at the Bar. etc. Died at Xew
York iS99, a victim of the Windsor Hotel Fire.
Stelner (Emma M. j. American com|X}ser, bom at Balti-
timore, has acquired more than a local reputation as
a talented musician. Author of the operettas "The
Ale1iyini*i*\ and "Fliurt'ttt'*\ and a number of or-
chestral arrangements, and various songs,
Stewart < Annie 11.^. American miiter of ^Snjn-
mer's crowning- day, etc.)
Stewart ("Madame ;, -writer of an opera % X?i S^i^fra **
which was performed at the "Theatre Xuovo'*,
Xaples, April iSj7, "but with only limited success.
Stewart (Mrs. Colonel/. English writer, author of
"Critical Remarks on the Art of Singing '%
at London 1836.
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Stewart (F. M.). American writer of songs and piano
pieces.
Stirling (Elizabeth). Eminent English organist and,
composer, born at Greenwich. Feb. 26, 1819, died in
London, 3Iarch 25, 1895. Was a pupil of Edward
Holmes and Sir G-. A, Macfarren, and considered one
of the finest English organists, her pedal playing
being exceptionally good. In 1850, her part-song
4 "All among the barley " (for S. S. T. B.) carried off
one of the prizes given by Xovello & Co.
In 1856 she submitted a composition (Psalm CXXX
for 5 voices and orchestra) to the University of Ox-
ford foi the degree of Mus. Bac. Oxon. Though ac-
cepted and highly spoken of, owing to the want
of power to grant a degree to a woman none could
be conferred.
Miss Stirling has published: Two grand volun-
taries; six pedal fugues; eight slow movements, and
other works for the organ, as well as a number of ar-
rangements from the works of Handel, Bach and
Mozart.
Her part-songs are very popular, over fifty being-
published, also a number of songs, duets and piano
pieces.
Stocker (Mrs. Stella Prince). American writer of songs.
(A Sea Song ; "While thou wert by, etc.)
Sto!lcwerk (Nina vonj. Austrian composer of a num-
ber of pretentious works, among which may be num-
bered two Symphonies. Also piano music, songs
and several male choruses.
StrozzI (Barbara). Italian composer, bom at Venice
about the middle of the ijth century. The follow-
ing compositions appear in print: "II primo libro
de iJadrigali a 2, 3 e 5 voci" (Venice (1644); " Can-
tata, ariette et duetti " (Venice 1653) ; ** Ariette a voce
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sola M (Venice 1658 j, and " Cantate a voce sola"
^Venice 1660).
An opera "Diporti d* Euterpe" was successfully
performed at Venice 1659.
Rkordi re-published two of her songs (''Amor e
bandito", and S4 Amor dormigllone") in the collec-
tion of old Italian songs " Eleganti Canzoni ed Aria
Italiane del Secolo XVII ".
Stubenberg Countess Anna Zichy). Hungarian compo-
ser of a large number of piano pieces and songs, her
opus number reaching 90.
Sutro (Mrs. Theodore, nee Florence Clinton). American
composer and pianist, pupil of Dr. Win. Mason and
Dudley Buck. Is the author of a number of piano
pieces and songs (My first Love, etc.,) and a " Fugue
for 4 voices M .
Swepstone (Edith). Contemporary English composer,
author of a number of short Cantatas ( ' * Idylls of the
Moon 1 * ; ** Ice King", etc.,) several compositions for
cello and piano (Fantastic; Plaintive, etc.,; violin
music, (Cavatina, etc.;, piano pieces, and various
songs.
Several movements from an unfinished Symphonic
were performed at Leyton, March 10, 1887. An or-
chestral overture **Les Tenebres" was played at
Queens Hall, Feb. 9 S 1897.
Her compositions for chamber mnsic consist of a
Quintet in F minor, for piano and strings, and a
ynartet in G minor for strings.
Swift (Mrs. Gertrude H. L American writer. The
following songs are printed: A Fancy ; Hark, hark
the lark ; Serenade ; Art tfaoii same, etc.
Synge TMary Helena . Irish composer pianist, bom
at Parsonstown, Ireland. Pupil of the Brussels
Conservator v. Her compositions consist of vocal tries
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(" Spring 1 /' etc.}- various songs (Time and Eternity;
jFate, etc. j, and piano- pieces.
Szta ray (Countess Margit). Polish, composer. (Ave ^laria
for 4 female voices and organ, etc).
Szarvady, see Clausz.
Szymanowska (Marie, nee Wolowska). Polish pianist
and composer, born 1790, died at St. Petersburg
i S3 1, pupil of John Field. "Was considered one of
the finest pianist of her time, being called the t4 Fem-
inine Field", playing with great success at Leipzig,
Berlin, Vienna, St. Petersburg, Hamburg, etc.
Her compositions are of a brilliant nature, mostly
for the piano (5 Fantasias, various Nocturnes, several
Variations, etc.;-.
A set of 12 Concert Studies are very highly spoken
of by Schumann, who reviews them as being <{ really
good and Improving, especially for studying figuration,
ornaments and rhythm "
She lias published 4 Waltzes for one piano three
hands (Sennevrald, Warsaw), an odd combination,
seldom attempted.
Talte i Annie). Talented English composer and pianist,
pupil of Sir G. A. Macfarren, Among her works
may be nientioned a Trio for piano and strings; a
Sonata in F, for piano; and several songs and piano
pieces. She died at an early age at Eastbourne Feb.
24, iSS6.
Tardleu de MaSIeville (Charlotte). French contempo-
rary composer and distinguished pianist, is the author
of a number of pleasing piano compositions.
Taylor (Mrs. A. H. ). American writer of songs (Oft
when my soul; Rock of Ages ; There Is a land, etc.).
Taylor (Mrs. Tom, nee Laura Barker). English compo-
ser of ability. Wrote the Cantata "Enone", a So-
nata for Violin and Piano, and a number of pretty
glees, songs, etc.
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Compiled and harmonized a collection of "Bal-
lads and Songs of Brittany", London 1865, *and
wrote the incidental music to "As you like it ", iSSo.
Temple (Hope). English contemporary composer, whose
songs have attained great popularity, "An Old Gar-
den ", "My Lady's Bower " and " In Sweet Septem-
ber" passing through numerous editions. Other
well-known songs are : Auf Wiedersehn, 'Tis all that
I can say, Memories, Fond heart farewell, etc. Among
her works may be mentioned an operetta " The
Wooden Spoon ".
Tennyson (Lady). Wife of the poet, was an accom-
plished musician, and composed the music for some
of her husband's poems, including the patriotic
verses " Hands all around " She died at Aid worth,
England, August jo, 1896.
Thegerstrom (Hilda). Composer of a r umber of pleas-
ing piano pieces and songs, published in Germany
and in Sweden.
Thfonville (Mme. A.). French contemporary writer,
author of the work " Questionnaire sur la musique "
published by Choudens, Paris, 1875.
Thomas (Adelaide Louisa). English pianist and compo-
ser, born at Clapham, London. In 1893 she passed
the exam "nation for Mus. Bac. Oxford, but was n -t
allowed to take the degree. Is the author of "A
Royal Road to Pianoforte Playing 3> , also composer
of some church music.
Thompson (Alexandra). Contemporary English com-
poser, daughter of the Archbishop of York, Rev. \V.
Thompson (1819-1890). Her most important w T ork
"The Battle of the Baltic", for chorus and orches-
tra, was performed at the Hovington Festival, Octo-
ber 1890. Wrote the Shepherds elegy "Holiday in
Arcadie ", a number of madrigals, etc.
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Thurber fXettie CO- American composer, writer oi a
number of pleasing songs, etc.
Thys 'Xebaiilt Pauline j. French dramatic composer, bom
at Paris 1856, daughter of Alphose Thys, a well-
known musician. Her dramatic works consist of
the one-act operetta "/* Puitune de TnrquU^", per-
formed at the Bonffes-Parisiens 1857, the two oper-
ettas ** Qua/ul Ditu e*t (I fins le menage^ and H /fi>
Ptrrvq'fc *1 B<iiUi*\ both of which were finished
iS6o; the comiqne opera in two acts "h Ptiy* tie co-
$fifjii"\ which was performed at the Theatre
Lyrique May 24, 1862, with considerable success, and
frequently repeated, also the opera in 3 acts *' /r Cnlta-
rttd*! Pt-Cas8 ", which was given at the Alcazar,
Brussels on Oct. 19, 1868.
A comic opera in three acts "Z<? Fruit tertt " has
not been played in public, while another opera * 4 le
3/ari*ige tit Tabarln " has met with considerable suc-
cess at Rheiins (Grand Theatre Dec. 5, 1885), at the
Theatre Royal. Florence, and other places.
She is also the author of a * * drame lyrique ' ' called
44 Judith " parts of which have frequently been played
in public, and has published quite a number of songs.
Tone I (Leonie). French composer, writer of a large
number of light piano music, that had a read}* sale
in its time (Perles et Diamants, etc).
Torry { Jane SlomanJ. American composer of a number
of piano pieces and songs : (Titania, Barbara
Fritchie, Margery Daw, Queen of the Night, etc.)
Townsend (Mrs. ). Author of "Floral Music Book
for Young L earners '*, published at London, 1862.
Townsend (Mansfield, right name Marie Townsend
Allen). Writer of the opera. "Hawaii ", (M. S. ), and
a number of songs, duets and quartets (Summer
Days, Hammock Song, etc.).
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Train (Adelalne). American composer of a number of
songs: Snowflakes, The Rose, Persian Serenade, etc.
Travenet (Mme, B. de). French poet and composer,
of whom two collections of ** Romances et chansons-
avec accomp, de pianoforte on le hsrp& ", were pn1>
lished at Paris, 1797.
Tret bar (Helen). American writer, bom at Buffalo,
N. Y. Talented translator of musical works, and
writer of songs, etc., (From youth's happy day, etc.).
Troop (Emily Josephine). Contemporary English com-
poser. Her compositions consists of violin
piano music, Trios for women "s voices, songs and va-
rious piano pieces.
TschetschuSfn (Agnes). Composer of songs, violin
music (Alia Zingaresca, Berceisse), etc.
Tschierschky (Wilhelmine von). German composer of
a num'ber of songs,
Tschitscherfn (Theodosia de). Russian composer, of
whom a u Grand Festival March *" for large orchestra
(published at Leipzig; was played at the 25111 anni-
versary of the coronation of Czar Alexandre II of
Russia,
Tyfabs (Mrs. F. Cecilia). English writer, translator of
Dr. Joseph Schluter's " General History of Music "\
London, 1865.
Tun iso n (Z(OiiiseJ. Coatemporary writer of songs:
Dying Rose ; Song of a Heart ; XigHt ; Xext
Summer, etc.
Tusscnbroek (Hendrika van). Dutch composer, "bom
at Utrecht, Dec, 2, 1854. Has published a number
of vocal ciuets and songs, of which a collection of
children songs 4t Meidoorn "deser\-e social mention.
Tyrell (Agnes). German composer, born at Brann, Aus-
tria, 1848. An excellent pianist, pupil of Pachsr,
Vienna (piano) and Kitzler i theory).
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Her works consist of a Symphony, three Overtures
and several smaller works for orchestra. Also vari-
ous piano compositions, of which a set of "12 grand
Concert Studies ' * op. 48, are very meritorious.
Uccelll OXme. Carolina;. Italian composer, born at
Florence about iSio, died there 1855. Talented mu-
sician, of whom the opera t SHU!" was performed at
the Theatre Pergola, Florence, 1830. The success of
her first opera induced her to write a second "'Emma
i?i Btxbifryo", -which was finished 1832, and per-
formed at Milan and Naples. Of a third opera
l ' Eitftmio di JAW/w ! \ only the overture has been
performed in public.
VaiUe ;'A. C. ). Author of the work "Vocal Science",
published by O. Ditson & Co.
Valentine (Ann;. English musician of the iSth century,
composer of "Ten Sonatas for harpsichord and
violin " op. i (1798). -
asi Boren (Alicia). American contemporary composer.
Breitkopf & Hartel have published a String Quar-
tette, and songs: Afar; Constancy; June Song 1 , etc.)
YanderpoeS (Kate). American writer of songs (Cradle
Song; Please smile; Where love is s etc.)
annah (Kate). American poet and composer, bom at
Gardiner, Maine, pupil of E. Perabo. Writer of a
number of pleasing songs (mostly for Alto voice), of
which the best known are: Good-bye sweet day;
When love is old; Cradle Song; Singing in God's
Acre; Parting, etc. Also piano and church music.
c!theirrs (Charlotte). German vocalist and pianist, born
at Breslau March 30, 1803, died April 27, 1873. An
excellent singer, and writer of a number of pretty
songs and variations for the piano.
Venth (Mrs. Lydia Knnz ). Contemporary American
composer and pianist. Has published a number of
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piano compositions i t Mazurka, Brooklet, Sonatina,^
Moments Musicale, etc.j. Resident of Brooklyn.
Verger (Virginia Morel duj. French composer, bom at
Metz 1799, died at the castle Verger 1870. Talented
pianist, author of a Piano Sonata; 3 Duettini for
violin and piano; S Etudes Melcdiques, etc.)
espermann (Marie). German composer, of -whom a
number of piano compositions are published In Ger-
many.
ezzana (Lucrezia Orslnai, a nxin connected vrith the
convent of Santa Christina at Bologna, during the
I jili century. A collection of her compositions, en-
titled * 4 Compoiilmenti musical! di motettl coscer-
tanti a nnaet pin voci ", was published by Gardano,
at Venice 1623.
Wlardot- Garcia (Pauline Michelle Ferdinands, 1 , the great
Ivric singer, born at Paris, July iS, 1^21, Is the
younger sister of the famous Ulalibran, and the
daughter of the celebrated singer ar.l teacher Manutl
Garcia, from whom he received htr principal vocal
education, btsi'le stii'Iying piano with Meysenbtrg
and Liszt, and compc^Iiiun with Kticha.
Published a nuinbrr cf succt>sfnl ^ongs, and clever
arrangements for voice of Chopin's llazurkas,
Waltzes, etc. Of her song "Die Kapelle *\ Schu-
mann speaks In very favorable terms.
She has -ttTitten a number of operettas, of which
"tier htzfe lf<t$i''r*' ^"Of/r-", and -T/"/'' ? * Fr^i^""
have been frequently performed at Weisnar and,
Baden-Baden,
Her piano compositions consist of: "Album *le 12
Romances ", "Album Rnsse de 12 Mtlodses '\ "a Po-
lonaise for 4 hands", etc. A set of 4 * 6 Morceaux
pour violon et piano M Is published by Gerard, Paris.
A set of vocal studies "An Hour of Study ' ' are used
verv much, by vocal teachers.
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After retiring from the stage , she devoted consid-
erable time to teaching, among her pupils being
Artot, Maria Brandt, Orgeni, Antoinette Sterling and
other noted singers.
Schumann dedicated to her Ms " Liederkrels *' op.
42, a collection of songs.
Her daughter Louise has inherited her mother's
talent, see: Heritte-Viardot
Yigny (Louise von). German composer, of whom the
following works are printed: Op. 2 Psalm XXYTI,
for soprano and piano; Three songs for Alto and
piano ; 4 Songs for Bass, etc.
11 lard (Nina de). Contemporary writer of piano miisic
(Valse brillante. Nocturne, etc.)
Ining (Helen Sherwood j. American musician and
writer, bom in Brooklyn, N. Y. Author of a Piano
Primer and other works of a didactic nature.
Yizzan! (Orsina). Italian madrigal composer, bom at
Bologna 1593, "^ whom, in consequence of her play-
ing these works, as well as her own compositions, the
introduction of the madrigal is greatly clue.
orwerk (Henrietta). Hungarian composer, born at
Erkelenz, Aug. 13, 1845, pupil of Prof. Sieber, Berlin.
Published a number of piano pieces and songs,
which are well spoken of by critics.
rabely (Stephanie Wiirm brand j, see: Wurmbrand.
Wainwrigfit (Harriet ). English composer, who flourished
between 1 780-1840, published a 4 " Collection of songs,
duets, trios and choruses *' London iSio; 4i Cornaia"
a dramatic poem from Ossian (published 1803 X also
various songs. Her work * Critical remarks on the
art of Singing "', was published at London 1836.
Wakefleld (Augusta Mary). English composer, born at
Kendal, Aug. 19, 1853. Contralto singer of note, and
writer of a number of popular ballads and songs,
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such as " Yes, Sir! " and lt No, Sir! " Also various
choruses.
Waldburg-Wurzach (Julie von). German amateur com-
poser, born at Vienna, April 27, 7841, of whom over
60 compositions have appeared in print, consisting of
songs, various piano pieces, etc.
Walker(Bettina). English writer and pianist, pupil of
Henselt. Author of "My Musical Experience' 7
London, 1890. She died at Fttlham, Feb. 4, 1893.
Walker (Gertrude). American writer, author and com-
piler of a collection of ' ' Songs and Games for Little
Ones".
Walker (Ida). American writer of songs (My soul is
dark, Give me thy heart, etc.), piano pieces and
other compositions.
Wallace (Lady Maxwell). Scottish writer, born at Edin-
burgh, about 1815, died 1878.
Translator of various musical works, among which
maybe named: " Mendelssohn's Letters from Italy"
(London 1862) 2 vols; " Letters of Felix Mendelssohn
from 1833-1847 " (1863); "Letters of Mozart 1769-
1791" (1865); "Beethoven's Letters 1790-1826"
(1866); " Letters of distinguished Musicians" (1867);
also Elise Polko's "Reminiscences of Felix Mendels-
sohn Bartholdy" (1869), and Kohl's "Life of
Mozart".
Walter (Ida). English composer, of whom a 4 act opera
" Flavian," was performed at the Novelty Theatre,
London, 1886. Wrote various songs (Sea hath its
pearls; O let the solid ground, etc.)
Ward (Kate Lucy). English composer, born at Wilts
1833. Pupil of the Royal Academy of Music. While
a student there, Mendelssohn highly praised and en-
couraged her in her studies. As a composer she has
devoted her principal efforts to songs, which are said
to be chaste, graceful and musicianly in style, the
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"best known being: Ah! my heart is weary; Mother,
the winds are at play; The Tempest; True Hearts.
Warchouf (Mme. S. de;. French writer, and author of
the pedagogic work "Velocifere gramatical, ou la
Langue francaise et 1'orthographe apprises en chan-
tant J ' published at Paris, iSo6.
Wartel (Teresej. French pianiste and writer, bom at
Paris. July 2, 1814, and died there Nov. 6, 1865. A
very talented pianist, the first woman admitted as
Soloist at the concerts of the **Societe des concerts
du Conservatoire '", Paris.
Published a ninnber of piano pieces, studies and
other instructive works.
Webster (Clarinda Augusta). English pianist and
writer. Author of "Groundwork of Music " 2 Vols;
''Child's Primer of the Theory of Music", and
u Handel: an outline of his life ".
Weldon iGeorgina;. English composer, singer and choir
leader, was born at Clapham, Ma}' 24, 1857. Her ro-
mantic friendship with Gounod is well known, as
well as their bitter enmity later on. She has written
a number of songs. Author of '* Musical Reform "\
London 1872; ' * Hints for Pronunciation in Singing 1 *,
London 1872, and has published an ** Autobiographic
of Chas. Gounod ".
Wensley (Frances Foster). English composer and pian-
ist, pupil of Kalkbrermer. Wrote a set of ' * Four
Songs " (1823;, Variations on "God Save the
Queen'*, etc.
Westrop (Kate). English organist of ability. Composer
of "Four short voluntaries for organ (1885), songs
and other works.
Wette (Mrs. Adelheid), sister of Humperdink, the com-
poser of "Hansel and Gretel' 1 , etc., is like her
"brother a talented musician. A two-act fairy-play
*"Der Froschkonig ' ' (the Frog-King) to which she
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wrote the text, was received with much, applause at
Cologne and at Aix-la-Chapelle.
White (Emma C.). American writer of songs and Piano
music.
White (Maude Valerie), born of English parents at
Dieppe, June 23, 1855. Pupil of Rockstro and Sir G.
A. Macfarren at the Royal Academy of Music, where
she won the Mendelssohn Scholarship prize 1879.
Completed her studies at Vienna 1883. As a song-
writer she ranks among the first of English compo-
sers, her songs, which are very melodious and well-
written, are well adapted to the voice. Grove credits
her best songs to be those set to the words of Herrick
and Shelley. Of her song ' ' My soul is an enchanted
boat" from Shelley's "Prometheus Unbound",
Grove speaks, ' ' that she has completely caught the
spirit of Shelley's beautiful words, and has proved
herself to be an adequate interpreter of a most ex-
quisite lyric, and it is not too much to say that the
song is one of the best in the English language ",
Miss White's list of songs is quite large, worthy of
praise is her thorough appreciation of the importance
of the words of songs, an appreciation attested alike
by the excellence of the poetry she sets to music, and
by her own careful attention to the metre and accents
of the verse.
The following comprises a list of her best known
songs: To Mary; Absent yet present; The devout
lover; Ye Cupids; When passion's trance; To Blos-
soms; To Daffodils; A Widow Bird; To Music; Ophe-
lia's Song; Ave Maria, etc.
Of Miss White's German and French songs may be
specially mentioned: Heine's "Wenn ich in deine
Augen seh" and c< Im wunderschonen Monat Mai",
and Victor Hugo's '* Chantez, chantez, jeune Inspi-
ree ", and { Henreux qui peut aimer", also a fine set-
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ting of Schiller's " Ich habe gelebt und geliebt' 7 , for
Soprano and orcliestra.
A number of lier songs are published in Album
form.
Beside songs, she lias written a Mass (performed at
London 1881;, a number of part-songs, a collection of
children Songs ; some piano music, and various com-
positions for cello and piano, and violin and piano.
WIchern (Caroline;. German composer of a number of
part-songs for women's voices (op. 42] and of various
songs for one voice (op. 41, 43, etc.)
WIckerhauser (Natalie j. German composer, of whom
the following compositions are printed: Op. 8 Mor-
ceaux caracteristiques, op. II Traumbilder, 4 piano
pieces; op. 6 Six Songs without words; op. 7 Two
songs for an Alto voice, etc.
WIeck (Marie;, Sister of Clara Schumann, and like her,
pupil of her father Friederich \\~ieck, was born at
Leipzig Jan. 17, 1855. She is an excellent teacher
and pianist, appearing with success in numerous con-
ceits in Germany, Sweden, England, etc. Her com-
positions consist of 3 Concert Studies for the left
hand; 44 Atendbilder " for voice and piano; a Scherzo
for piano, and " Ave Maria " and several other vocal
compositions.
Wiggins (Kate C. j. Author of 4 * Kindergarten Chimes *\
and other juvenile collections.
Williams (Marie Jane;. Welch writer, torn in Glamor-
gan, Oct. 9, 1793, died Nov. io 1673. Compiler of:
"Ancient National airs of Gwent & Morgan wg",
being a collection of original Welch melodies hith-
erto unpublished, Llandovery 1844. ^he work was
awarded a prize at one of the Eisteddfods.
Wills (Harriet Burdett). Contemporary Song-writer.
The following songs appear in print; A Night Song;
A Norse Lullaby ; My Lady's Eyes.
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Wilson (Mrs. Cornwall Baron). English poet and com-
poser. Died at London Jan. 12, 1846. Composer
of:-" Songs of the Ship"; " Water music, a collec-
tion of national melodies ", etc. In 1837 she gained
the prize of the Melodist's Club, and also medals at
various Bardic Festivals in Wales.
Winkel (Therese Emilie Henrietta, aus dem). German
Harp virtuoso, born at Weissenfels, Dec. 20, 1784.
Is the writer of several pamphlets on the construc-
tion of the harp. A set of three Sonatas for the harp
and violin are published by Arnold, Dresden.
Wiseneder (Caroline), German composer, born at
Brunswick Aug. 20, 1807, died there Aug. 25, 1868.
A most successful teacher, founder (1860) of the cele-
brated " Wiseneder Music School for the Blind" at
Brunswick, which she brought to such a high state of
perfection, that after its model, numerous similar
schools have been founded in Germany. Her native
city honored her memory by placing her marble bust
in the vestibule of the Town Library.
She has published a number of instructive works,
suitable for Kindergarten, as well as more advanced
pupils. Her posthumous compositions consist of the
operas "le Dame duPcwis ", and "Das Jitbelfest, oder
die clrei Gefcingenen ", several melodramas and songs.
Her invention of a movable music chart for the
blind has met with great success.
Wood (Mrs. George). American writer of the songs
Go lovely Rose; Hope on; The promised Kiss; The
Sword and the crimson bow, etc.
Wood (Mary Knight). Talented American composer,
pupil of Arthur Foote and B. J. Lang. Her works
consist of a Trio for Piano, Violin and Cello, and a
number of songs, among which may be mentioned;
Ashes of Roses ; When; Heartsease; Dodelinette;
Autumn; A Wild Rose; A Valentine; Clover Blos-
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soms ; At Da\vti (with cello obligate) ; Queen Whims,
etc. Her songs have a delicate sentiment and refine-
ment of melody, that commend them to the musician.
Wood (Mary Louise;. English ' contemporary organist
and writer. Author of " Liturgy of the church from
the musical point of view "'.
Wood hull (Mar}* G. j. American writer of songs (Love is
ever, etc.j
Wookstock | Mattie). American writer of songs,
Woolf (Sophia Julia}. English pianist and composer,
born In London 1831, died West Hampstead Sept. 27,
1893. Talented pupil of Cyprian Potter, and writer
of the opera 4 ' Cttrinn ", produced at the Opera Co-
miqiie, London, Sept. 27, 1888, and of a number of
songs and piano pieces.
Worgan (Marie> English composer, published a number
of songs about 1750-60.
Worth {Adelaide;. American writer of songs (True
Hearts; Land that is Kissed, etc.>
Wright (Ellen). English song composer of the present
time, pupil of Henry Gadsby and F. \V. Davenport.
Among her songs may be mentioned: "Dawn of
life" with, orchestral accompaniment; also: Queen
of my days; Had I but known; Love's entreaty; She
walks in beauty; a set of Six Songs poetry by Burns,
Prior, etc. j; Violets -, t very popular, , etc. A number
of her songs have been sung by Santly in public.
Wuiet :' Caroline; 1 . French composer and novelist, bom
at Rambouillet 1766, died at Paris 1835. She was the
daughter of an organist, and at five years of age con-
sidered a musical prodigy. Queen Marie Antoinette
showed considerable interest in her musical educa-
tion, procuring for her the services of Gretry, under
whose tuition she made great progress.
Of her songs, the romances 4fc Comme elle etait
jolie *' and " Moi j'aime la danse ", were very popu-
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lar in their time. An operetta "VSevwt** Errenr "
met with, success at the Theatre Beanjolals 1786. .
Beside the above ^ mentioned, compositions she has
published a number of instrumental worts of merit
(3 Sonatas pour Clavecin, avec Violon et Basse,
Paris, 1785, etc.).
The French Academy elected her an Honorary-
member.
Wurm (Marie). English composer and excellent pianist,
born at Southampton, May 10, 1860. She is the win-
ner, three times ia succession, of the London Men-
delssohn Stipend, founded by Jenny Lind. Her
teachers were Dr. Stark and Prnckner j Stuttgart;,
and later on Clara Schumann, Raff, Tavlor, Arthur
Sullivan, Dr. Stanford and Dr. Bridge, and i8S6 at
Leipzig, Dr. Reinecke,
Her published compositions are very meritorious,
consisting of a Piano Concerto, in B minor, highly
spoken of by eminent critics, as being of masterly
workmanship, fall of originality, melodious charm
and vigour; a String Quartet in B flat, op, 40 * Lon-
don 18941; a Sonata op. 17 for Violin and piano; a
Sonata for cello and piano; 44 Conceit Overture " for
large orchestra; " Lullaby "op. 7 for string orches-
tra; Estera Gavotte, for orchestra; Three pieces for 2
Pianos (Praeludinm, Fugue and Ballade;, Garotte
and Pastorale, for- 2 Pianos 4 hands; * * Tanzweisen "
for 4 hands; op. 8 Madrigals for 5 voices; various
piano pieces ; also a number of part-songs and songs,
Wurm brand \ Countess Stephanie Vrabely ). German
composer, of whom the following works appear in
print: 4fc Concertstiick, im Ungarischen Styl '\ for 2
pianos; Sonata op. 24, for Violin and piano; Concert
Paraphrase op. 41; Tanzscenen op. 31; Two Novel-
ettes op. 33; Phantasiestiicke op. 25; Character-
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stucke, etc; Also the Incidental music to "Die
schoene Melusine ".
Young (Mrs. Corlnne). American writer of songs.
Young (Eliza ilazzucatoj. American composer, whose
composition consists of songs and piano pieces i Stac-
cato Etude, etc.;.
Young (Harriet Maitiand). Contemporary English, com-
poser of several operettas, "An, Artist's Proof", pro-
duced at Brighton, Feb. 4, 1882; the " Quetn of
Hearts" at Dartford, Feb. 6, iSSS; "The Holy
Sranfk " (unperformed) and ' l WJiih one floor shuts "\
Published a number of songs, and some instrumen-
tal music.
Zamoyska . Countess Gizycka). Polish composer of
piano music ^Sarabande; Gavotte; Roccoco, etc.; and
various songs t'Der Sanger; Marie, etc. j.
Zapater j'Rosaria,). Spanish vocalist, pianist and poetess.
Bom about 1840. She is the author of the libretto to
AgTiirre's opera "Gil ftmattti di T^ruele", which is
considered as one of the best opera librettos ever
written. Brandus, Paris,, has published her very fine
vocal method, also a very serviceable instruction
book for piano, and a number of songs.
Zaubitzer -'Ida-. German musician ami Zither-player,
published a number of compositions for her instru-
ment.
Zeissier / Mrs. BloomSeld ,, the well-known American
pianist, is the author of a number of brilliant piano
pieces.
Zcntner ( Clary; Italian composer, of whom the follow-
ing piano works are published: Fantaisie in C; op. 5
Fantaisie sur Semirarnide; op. 6 Divertissement; op.
7 Elegie harmoniqne ; op. 9 Fantaisie brillant ; op.
14 Recreation on Passe Temps; op. 15 Variations,
etc.
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Zimmermann (Agnes). German composer and pianist,
born at Cologne, Prussia, July 5, 1847, residing at
London.
She is considered one of the foremost women pian-
ist of our time. Her teachers have been Cipriani,
Potter and Pauer (piano), and Dr. Steggall and
George Macfarren (composition).
Twice she obtained the King's Scholarship (1860
and 1862), and received the silver medal two years in
succession.
Her compositions, written chiefly in a classic form
and style, include 3 Sonatas for violin and piano
(opus 16, 21 and 23) ; a Sonata op. 19 for violin, cello
and piano 5 a Cello Sonata' op. 17 j a Sonata op. 22
for piano ; various other piano pieces (Mazurka op.
ii ; Presto and Tarantelle op. 15; Barcarolle op. 8 ;
Bolero op. 9 ; Canon ; Sarabande and Gigue ; Ca-
price; Bourre; Scherzo, etc.)
Her vocal compositions consist of part-songs, a
number of duets and songs.
Miss Zimmermann has edited in excellent style
Beethoven's and Mozart's Sonatas, and pieces by
Schumann.
Zittelmann (Helene). German composer of a number
of songs and melodious piano pieces.
Zumsteeg (Bmilie). German composer, born at Stutt-
gart, Dec. 9, 1796, died there Aug. i, 1857, daughter
of the well-known composer, R. Zumsteeg. Her
home was a meeting place for such artists as C. M.
von Weber, Neukomm, Zoellner, Kreutzer, Hummel,
Lindpaintner,. etc.
Her " prima-vista " playing is said to have been
marvelous. Of her compositions, her songs met with
great favor, being very melodious.
Her most pretentious work is an overture to the
play "Die Geister Insel".
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