Ferrata, Giuseppe, 1865-1928
Dates
- Existence: January 1, 1865 - March 28, 1928
Biography
Giuseppe Ferrata was an Italian-born composer and pianist who immigrated to the states at the age of twenty-seven. While in Rome, he studied at the Accademia di S. Cecilia and also worked with Sgambati and Liszt in piano studies. From 1909 until his death in 1929, Ferrata worked as a piano professor at the Sophie Newcomb College in New Orleans, having held various teaching positions across the nation before at various schools.
Ferrata composed operas- although they were never published-, vocal works, piano solos, and chamber music.
Sources:
• Eanes, Edward. “Ferrata, Giuseppe.” In Grove Music Online. Oxford University Press, 2001.
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.
Giuseppe Ferrata (Addendum 4), undated
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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