What is Stephen Foster's middle name?

Collins

Stephen Foster date of birth:

July 4, 1826

How old was Stephen Foster when died?

37

Where was Stephen Foster born?

Lawrenceville, PA

When did Stephen Foster die?

January 13, 1864

Where did Stephen Foster die?

New York, NY

What is Stephen Foster nationality?

American

What is Stephen Foster's occupation?

Songwriter

Stephen Foster claim to fame:

Swanee River, Oh Susanna, My Old Kentucky Home, Camptown Races

What instruments does Stephen Foster play?

Instrumental, Composer, Vocals

Short Biography

Stephen Collins Foster (July 4, 1826 – January 13, 1864), known as "the father of American music", was an American songwriter primarily known for his parlor and minstrel music. Foster wrote over 200 songs; among his best-known are "Oh! Susanna", "Camptown Races", "Old Folks at Home", "My Old Kentucky Home", "Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair", "Old Black Joe", and "Beautiful Dreamer". Many of his compositions remain popular more than 150 years after he wrote them. His compositions are thought to be autobiographical. He has been identified as "the most famous songwriter of the nineteenth century", and may be the most recognizable American composer in other countries. His compositions are sometimes referred to as "childhood songs" because they are included in the music curriculum of early education. Most of his handwritten music manuscripts are lost but copies printed by publishers of his day can be found in various collections.