Dorothy Parke facts for kids
Dorothy Parke (born July 29, 1904 – died February 5, 1990) was a talented composer and music teacher from Northern Ireland. She was especially known for the music she wrote for children.
Dorothy Parke was born in County Londonderry, which is in Ireland. She loved music from a young age. She went to the Royal Academy of Music in London to study. There, she learned to play the piano from Ambrose Coviello. She also learned how to compose music from Paul Corder.
After finishing her studies in 1929, Dorothy moved to Belfast. She married Douglas Brown, who was also a musician and teacher. For many years, from 1930 to 1960, Dorothy taught music to students in Belfast. She also spent a lot of time writing her own music. Some of her students became well-known musicians, including Norma Burrowes and Derek Bell. Dorothy Parke passed away in Portrush, County Antrim.
What Kind of Music Did She Write?
Dorothy Parke wrote many different kinds of music. She composed songs for solo singers and pieces for the piano. She also wrote music for choirs (groups of singers) and other vocal pieces.
Here are some examples of her works:
- St. Columba's Poem on Derry: This is a song written for one singer.
- A Song of Good Courage: Another song for a solo voice.
- The House and The Road: A song for a single singer.
- The Road to Ballydare: This is also a song for one singer.
- To The Sailors: A song written for a solo voice.
- Like A Snowy Field (1951): This is a short piece written for a choir.
- Wynkyn, Blynkyn and Nod (1949): Another short choral piece, often sung by choirs.
