Walter Damrosch (1862-1950) was a German-born conductor and composer in the US best remembered as the director of the New York Symphony Orchestra, the Oratorio and Symphony Societies of New York, and assistant conductor at the Metropolitan Opera. His influence, however, goes far beyond his role as conductor—he pioneer music programming for radio, founded schools, and took a prominent role in supporting musicians during the Depression and both World Wars.
In this case installation on the third floor at the Library for the Performing Arts, we feature photographs, music sheets, broadsheets, and more items from his archive located in the Music Division collection.
Curated by Bo Allen, Library Page. Installation and design by Tema Hecht, at the Music & Recorded Sound Division at the Library for the Performing Arts.
