Role

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Composer

Country

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Russia

Birth

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March 18, 1883 in Russia

Death

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April 13, 1931 in New York City, NY

Genre

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Vocal

 

Maurice Abrahams was a prominent American composer and songwriter who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on March 22, 1883, in Russia, Abrahams moved to the United States with his family at a young age. He grew up in a musical family, and his father was a violinist who played in the orchestra of the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. Abrahams showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He received formal training in music at the New York College of Music and later at the National Conservatory of Music. He also studied composition with renowned composers such as Rubin Goldmark and Victor Herbert. Abrahams began his career as a composer and songwriter in the early 1900s. He wrote music for Broadway shows and popular songs that became hits of the time. Some of his most famous compositions include "I'm Just Wild About Harry," "Aba Daba Honeymoon," and "Charleston." These songs were popular during the 1920s and 1930s and became part of the American musical canon. Abrahams was known for his ability to write catchy melodies and lyrics that captured the spirit of the times. His music was often upbeat and cheerful, reflecting the optimism and energy of the early 20th century. He was also a skilled pianist and often performed his own compositions in public. In addition to his work as a composer and songwriter, Abrahams was also a music publisher. He founded his own publishing company, Maurice Abrahams Music, which published many of his own compositions as well as those of other composers. He was a shrewd businessman and was able to build a successful career in the music industry. Abrahams continued to compose music throughout his life, and his works were performed by many famous musicians and orchestras. He wrote music for films, including the 1936 movie "The Great Ziegfeld," which won an Academy Award for Best Picture. He also wrote music for radio and television programs, including the popular show "The Ed Sullivan Show." Abrahams died on March 14, 1931, at the age of 47. His legacy as a composer and songwriter lives on, and his music continues to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world. His contributions to the world of classical music have earned him a place among the great composers of the 20th century.

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