Bush, Gladys Blakely (December 12, 1898)
Dates
- Existence: December 12, 1898
Biography
Gladys B. Bush was born in Ohio on December 12, 1898. Bush moved to Missouri in 1916, where she was she attended the Horner Institute of Fine Arts and studied violin.
In 1954, Bush entered the Wesleyan Music Contest and won second place for her composition that was entitled Shepherd of Eager Youth. She composed various works during her lifetime, such as the Lincoln, We Give Thanks (1952), Lords and Ladies (1953), The Bargain (1950), and among other notable works.
Source: “Winners Names In Wesleyan Music Contest.” Daily Republic. 16 September 1954."
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
American Composers Collection
The American Composers Collection includes material related to over 150 composers, including manuscript music scores, programs, correspondence, news clippings, and other items. Material varies with composer, from a single item to several folders. The collection was amassed from various donations to the University of Missouri-Kansas City before being given to the Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Department of Special Collections. Provenance is noted when known.
Gladys B. Bush, 1952
The American Composers Collection includes material related to over 150 composers, including manuscript music scores, programs, correspondence, news clippings, and other items. Material varies with composer, from a single item to several folders. The collection was amassed from various donations to the University of Missouri-Kansas City before being given to the Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Department of Special Collections. Provenance is noted when known.
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