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MacDowell, Edward Alexander

Nationality: American
Date & Place
of Birth:
Dec. 18, 1861 — New York
Date & Place
of Death:
Jan. 23, 1908 — New York
Near Family: Wife: Marian Nevins (m. 1884)
Main Place
of Residence:
From 1878-88 he traveled and lived mostly in Gemany, after which he returned to the U.S.
Vocation
(including
composition):
Until his retirement in 1904, he held various positions as a teacher and conductor.
Major Work(s): The Hamlet and Ophelia symphony (1885), College Songs(1901) and Summer Wind(1902), among others.
Interesting
Facts:
In 1905, a severe brain condition rendered him completely retarded, resulting in his death.