Hermann Rosendorff facts for kids
Hermann Rosendorff was a talented musician who played the violin. He was born in Berlin in 1860. When he was about 19 years old, in 1879, he moved to Australia.
His Musical Journey
By 1887, Hermann was the main violinist in an orchestra at J. B. Hickie's Theatre. He had a long and successful career, working for thirty years at His Majesty's Theatre in Brisbane. He is most famous for leading the music for many J. C. Williamson productions for three decades. Besides conducting, he also wrote and arranged some music for the piano and violin.
About His Family
Hermann Rosendorff married Genevra Hartley Hutchinson on 21 November 1883. His oldest daughter, Fanny Turbayne, also became a composer. Hermann passed away in Queensland on 6 January 1935. He was survived by his wife, five daughters, and four sons.
What Music Did He Create?
Hermann Rosendorff composed and arranged several musical pieces, including:
- 'Summer' Orchestral Overture
- 'Frangipanni' duet for violin and piano
- Serenade pour violon and piano
- Ungeduld (An arrangement of Schubert) for piano and violin
- Meditation violon solo
- Romance et Rondeau fantastique for violin and piano
- 'Old Folks at Home' (arrangement for violin and piano)
- Crown of Gold Orchestral overture
