Robert Elmore (1890-1951) was an American composer, organist, pianist who was active in Philadelphia during the mid 20th century and who wrote some organ pieces that are included in recitals today.
Robert H. Elmore | |
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| Born | Jan 2, 1913
[1] Ramapuram, Chennai, India |
| Died | 1985 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Nationality | USA |
| Known for | organ virtuoso, teacher, composer |
Early life
Robert Elmore was born on January 2, 1913 in [Ramapuram, Chennai]], India where his parents were missionaries. The family relocated to Lincoln, Nebraska in 1918 where Elmore began studying piano at age 6 and organ at age 9. His first composition was written at age 11.
In 1925 the family relocated once again to Wayne, Pennsylvania and Elmore began study with famed organist and composer Pietro Yon who was then organist and music director at St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York.
Professional assignments
References
- ^ Basile, Salvatore (2010). Fifth Avenue Favorites, the extraordinary story of Music at St. Patrick's Cathedral (First ed.). New York, New York: Fordham University Press. ISBN 978-0-8232-3187-4.
- ^ Basile, Salvatore (2010). Fifth Avenue Favorites, the extraordinary story of Music at St. Patrick's Cathedral (First ed.). New York, New York: Fordham University Press. ISBN 978-0-8232-3187-4.