Lotte Backes facts for kids

Lotte Backes was a very talented German musician. She was born on May 2, 1901, and lived until May 12, 1990. Lotte was known for playing the piano and organ, and she also wrote her own music as a composer.

Lotte's Musical Journey

Early Studies

Lotte Backes began her piano studies in 1915. She first studied in Strasbourg until 1917. Later, from 1918 to 1922, she continued her piano education in Düsseldorf.

A Life in Music

After finishing her studies, Lotte became a performing artist. She played her music in many places across Germany and other parts of Europe. In 1931, she moved to Berlin, where she lived for the rest of her life until 1990.

Becoming a Composer

Lotte didn't just perform; she also loved creating music. From 1935 to 1938, she studied how to compose at the Prussian Academy of Arts. She wrote many different types of music. This included two operas, which are big musical plays, and a symphony, which is a long piece for an orchestra. She also composed music for choirs and for the organ.

For her amazing work as a composer, Lotte Backes received a special award. It was called the Federal Cross of Merit. This award recognized her important contributions to music.