Louise Siddall facts for kids

Louise Siddall (1879-1935) was an amazing American musician. She was a talented composer, meaning she wrote music. She was also a skilled organist, playing the organ, and a music educator, teaching others about music.

Early Life and Learning

Louise was born on January 27, 1879, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Her parents were Ellen and Henry A. Siddall. Her father played in a band during the American Civil War. Louise's family attended a Moravian church, which is a type of Christian church.

Louise loved music from a young age. She studied music at Salem College. She also learned to sing from a special teacher named Baroness Katharine Evans von Klenner.

Music Career and Teaching

After her studies, Louise became a music teacher. She taught at Salem College, where she had once been a student! Later, she became the head of the music department at Winthrop College. This was a big job, showing how good she was at music and leading.

Louise was also very involved in music clubs. She was the president of the St. Cecelia Choral Club in 1929. She also led the Afternoon Music Club as its president in 1931. This shows she was a respected leader in the music community.

Her Music

Louise Siddall's music was so good that it was published! A company called Theodore Presser Co. helped share her songs with the world.

Some of her musical pieces include:

Organ Music

• At Even
• Hymn of Praise

Vocal Music

• “Lullaby”

Later Life

Sadly, Louise Siddall passed away on December 8, 1935. She died in a car accident in Sumter, South Carolina.