Gerschefski, Edwin, 1909-1992

Composed 1936. First performance by the Bridgeport Orchestra of the WPA, Bridgeport, Conn., May 6, 1937, Frank Foti, conducting.--Cf. Fleisher Collection.

From the description of Test tubes : three pieces for full orchestra / Edwin Gerschefski. [19--?] (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 51958617

Originally composed as a cello piece for the composer's twelve year old daughter. The present orchestral version is based on an arrangement by Henry Janiec.--Cf. Fleisher Collection.

From the description of Nocturne, op. 42, no. 2d / Gerschefski. [19--] (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 77499633

Edwin Gerschefski was a composer, pianist, and teacher. He was born in Meriden, CT on 19 June 1909 and died in Chattanooga, TN on 18 December 1992. His education included study at Yale University (1926-1931) and the Tobias Matthay Pianoforte School in London (1931-1933). He also studied with the renowned pianist Artur Schnabel and the noted music theorist Joseph Schillinger. Gerschefski held the positions of dean of the music school at Converse College (1945-1959), head of the music department at the University of New Mexico (1959-1960), and head of the music department at the University of Georgia (1960-1980).

From the description of Edwin Gerschefski papers, 1932-1994. (University of Georgia). WorldCat record id: 430225334

Edwin Gerschefski was a composer, pianist, and teacher. He was born in Meridian, CT on 19 June 1909 and died in Chattanooga, TN on 18 December 1992. His education included study at Yale University (1926-1931) and the Tobias Matthay Pianoforte School in London (1931-1933). He also studied with the renowned pianist Artur Schnabel and the noted music theorist Joseph Schillinger. Gerschefski held the positions of dean of the music school at Converse College (1945-1959), head of the music department at the University of New Mexico (1959-1960), and head of the music department at the University of Georgia (1960-1980).

From the description of Annual programs of compositions - records : University of Georgia Department of Music and Concert Dance Group, 1969, May 29 ; 1970, Feb. 12. (University of Georgia). WorldCat record id: 320134168