Dorothy Wanderman facts for kids
Dorothy C. Wanderman (born October 20, 1897 – died July 1988) was an American composer and pianist. She was born in New York. Dorothy loved music from a young age.
Dorothy's Musical Journey
Dorothy Wanderman studied music with two famous teachers. They were Isidor Philipp and David Saperton. Learning from them helped her become a skilled musician.
Family Life
Dorothy married Dr. Seymour Wanderman. They had two daughters together. Their names were Helene and Carol.
Friends in Music
Dorothy Wanderman knew many important people in the music world. She was friends with the famous composer Leopold Godowsky. He was also the father-in-law of her teacher, David Saperton. Godowsky even dedicated one of his pieces to her! It was called Waltz Poem No. 2.
Dorothy was also a member of American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). This is a group that helps protect the rights of musicians and writers.
Her Compositions
Dorothy Wanderman wrote several pieces of music. Most of her works were for the piano. The Boston Music Company published her music. Here are some of her piano compositions:
- In a French Cafe
- In a Vietnamese Garden
- Playful Mouse
- Playtime March
- Swiss Alpine Waltz
Dorothy Wanderman's music continues to be a part of American classical music.
