Jessie Furze facts for kids

Jessie Lillian Furze (born 4 February 1903 – died 5 November 1984) was a talented English composer and pianist. She created over 250 musical pieces during her lifetime. Many of her works were written to help people learn music.

Who Was Jessie Furze?

Jessie Lillian Furze was born in a town called Wallington, which is in Surrey, England. This was on February 4, 1903. From a young age, she showed a great interest in music.

Her Musical Training

Jessie went to a famous music school called the Royal Academy of Music. This is where she studied to become a composer and pianist. She worked very hard and was very good at writing music. While she was there, she won a special award. It was called the Cuthbert Nunn prize for composition. This award showed that she was a very promising young composer.

A Career in Music

After finishing her studies, Jessie Furze became a music teacher. She shared her love of music with many students. Teaching music was an important part of her life. She helped others learn to play instruments and understand music. Jessie Furze later married Willem L.F. Nijhof. She passed away in Croydon, England, on November 5, 1984.

What Music Did She Write?

Jessie Furze was a very busy composer. She wrote more than 250 different musical pieces. She also put together collections of songs into books. These songbooks were enjoyed by many.

Music for Learning

Most of Jessie Furze's music was "didactic." This means it was written to help people learn. Her pieces were often used by music students. They helped young pianists and musicians improve their skills. Her music made learning fun and engaging.

Popular Pieces and Songbooks

Jessie Furze wrote many memorable pieces. Some of her well-known compositions include:

• I had a dove (This piece used words from a poem by John Keats.)
• Robin Redbreast
• The Drummer Boy
• Cheerful Sparrows
• Falling Leaves
• The Broken Doll (This piece was published in 1926 by a group called The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music.)
• Molly-O
• Grandmother's Story
• The Truants
• All Alone: Two's Company
• Farwell Mari
• Merrymakers (This piece was also published by The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music in 1927.)

Her music continues to be a part of music education. It helps new generations of musicians learn and grow.