Louise Tunison facts for kids

Clara Louise Tunison was an American composer and organist. She was born on September 22, 1872, and sadly passed away on May 21, 1899. Even though she lived a short life, she became known for writing many beautiful songs. She often published her music using the name Louise Tunison.

Meet Clara Louise Tunison

Her Early Life and Music

Clara Louise Tunison was born in New Jersey. Her parents were Edward and Emily A. Tunison. We don't know much about where she went to school or how she learned music.

Even at a young age, Clara's music was noticed! One of her songs, "Memories," was sung on Broadway in 1899. This was in a show called An Arabian Girl and 40 Thieves at the Herald Square Theatre in New York City. A singer named Dorothy Morton performed it.

Her Popular Songs

In the same year, 1899, the words and music for three of her songs were printed in the New York Journal newspaper. These songs were "Forget Me Not," "Memories," and "'Twas But a Dream." Her song "'Twas But a Dream" was even performed in popular vaudeville shows. Vaudeville was a type of entertainment with many different acts, like singing, dancing, and comedy.

Two more of her songs, "Dying Rose" and "Song of a Heart," were made into piano rolls by a company called the Aeolian Company. Piano rolls were like special paper scrolls that could make a player piano play music automatically. "Song of a Heart" was also recorded on a record called Victor 31692.

Clara Louise Tunison's songs were published by a company called T. B. Harms & Co. Some of her well-known songs include:

• "Dying Rose"
• "Forget Me Not"
• "Good Night"
• "Memories"
• "Next Summer"
• "Song of a Heart"
• "'Twas But a Dream"

A Short but Sweet Life

Clara Louise Tunison was only 26 years old when she passed away in New York City. She died from heart disease. Even though her life was short, she left behind a collection of beautiful songs that people enjoyed.