George De Cairos Rego facts for kids
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George De Cairos Rego
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Sydney Conservatorium where George De Cairos Rego taught music
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| Born | January 1, 1858 Melbourne, Colony of Victoria |
| Died | November 29, 1946 (aged 80) |
| Occupation(s) | Composer, conductor, teacher |
| Years active | 1880–1915 |
George De Cairos Rego (born in 1858, died in 1946) was an Australian composer. He wrote music that was easy to listen to, often called "light classical." He was also one of the first teachers at the famous Sydney Conservatorium of Music. George was born in Victoria, but he spent most of his life in New South Wales.
George also loved to write about music. He had his own regular columns in a newspaper called The Daily Telegraph. These columns were named 'Realm of Music' and 'World of music'.
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A Musical Organizer
George was a very important person in the music world. He helped start the Musical Association of New South Wales. For many years, he was the secretary, helping to organize everything. He also worked with the Australian National Council of Music Associations.
His Musical Family
Music ran in his family! George's children, Rex and Iris, also became professional musicians. Iris was especially known as a talented pianist and composer.
An Inventor Too
George De Cairos Rego was not just a musician; he was also an inventor! He created an electromagnetic vibrator. This invention might have helped violin players with a special technique called vibrato. He also studied how electricity could be turned into sound and how sound could be turned into electricity.
Travels and Interests
In 1902, George traveled to the United States of America. He explored different places and learned new things.
His Musical Works
George De Cairos Rego wrote many beautiful pieces of music. Here are some of his well-known compositions:
- 1898 Melba Waltz
- 1890 Dreaming
- 1906 La Cascade
- 1900 Moment Musicale
- 1892 Impromptu in F
- 1894 Inamorata: Wedding Melody for piano
- 1869 Fantasia on the tune 'Old Folks at Home'
