Lewis Edson

Composer

1748 – 1820

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Who was Lewis Edson?

Lewis Edson was one of the first American composers. He began working as blacksmith, but soon after became a singing master and was a notable singer in his day. His most popular compositions were Bridgewater, Lenox and Green Field and were published in 1782 in the "Choristers Companion"

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Born
Jan 22, 1748
Died
1820

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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