Gustav Dannreuther
American conductor (1853–1923)
Gustav Dannreuther (July 21, 1853 – December 19, 1923) was an American violinist, instructor, chamber musician, and conductor. Dannreuther may best be remembered by connoisseurs of chamber music, particularly those of Boston and New York City, for his numerous string quartet concerts (three per season in New York City, accompanied by distinguished artists) and an associated appreciation of string quartet music.
Biography
Early life
Dannreuther was born on July 21, 1853, to Abraham and Sophie (née Fischbacker) Dannreuther. He had an older brother, pianist Edward Dannreuther (1844–1905), and an older sister, Julia (c. 1850–1991). Abraham, who was descended from Bavarians from Bayreuth, Germany, built cabinets and pianos. In 1846, Abraham, Sophie, and Edward moved from Strasbourg to Cincinnati into a German community. By 1861, Abraham's business went under and he died not long after, leaving his wife and three children in poverty.
Music career
Between 1871 and 1873, Dannreuther studied violin under Heinrich de Ahna and Joseph Joachim and theory under Heitel at the Berlin University of the Arts in Germany. After leaving school, he spent a few months in Paris before moving to London, where his brother Edward lived.
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