Ernest G. Eberhard
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Ernest G. Eberhard (May 30, 1839 - January 16, 1910) was a German immigrant who founded the Grand Conservatory of New York City, of which he was president for about 40 years.[1][2][3] He was also an organist, conductor of choral societies and orchestras, author of musical instruction books[4] and a publisher.[5]
BornMay 30, 1839[1]
DiedJanuary 16, 1910 (aged 70)[1]
Educationeducated in Europe
OccupationsCollege president, author, journalist, publisher, music teacher, organist, composer, conductor
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| Born | May 30, 1839[1] |
| Died | January 16, 1910 (aged 70)[1] |
| Education | educated in Europe |
| Occupations | College president, author, journalist, publisher, music teacher, organist, composer, conductor |
| Spouse | Caroline Louise Bogert[1] |
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| Language | English |
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Eberhard founded the Grand Conservatory in 1874,[1] with some help from the New York State Legislature.[2] At a graduation ceremony, Theodore Roosevelt (then a state congressman), admitted to being involved in the legislation which allowed the conservatory to offer a Musical Doctor degree.[2] Ernst Eberhard was the first to receive the doctorate.[2]
Family
Books
Organist in
- St Ann's Church, Brooklyn[1][6]
- Paulist Church, New York City[1][6]
- First Baptist Church, Manhattan[1][6]
Conductor of
Director of
Newspaper correspondent
Clubs and associations
- New York State Historical Association[1]
- New York Economic Club[1]
- Freemasonry[1]