Ernest Bloch was a Swiss-born American composer. Bloch was a preeminent artist in his day, and left a lasting legacy. He is recognized as one of the greatest Swiss composers in history. Several of his most notable compositions reflect his Jewish heritage. As well as producing musical scores, Bloch had an academic career that culminated in his recognition as Professor Emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley in 1952.
Ernest Bloch
Swiss-born American composer
Notable For
Swiss-born American composer
Ernest Bloch's Historical Timeline
Ernest Bloch's work for viola and piano, "Suite Hébraïque," part of his "Jewish Cycle," premieres in Chicago
Ernest Bloch's work for viola and piano, "Suite Hébraïque," part of his "Jewish Cycle," premieres in Chicago
Ernest Bloch dies
Ernest Bloch, American swiss-born american composer, known for swiss-born american composer, died on 1959-07-15. Ernest Bloch was a Swiss-born American composer.
Associated Historical Events
Ernest Bloch's work for viola and piano, "Suite Hébraïque," part of his "Jewish Cycle," premieres in Chicago
Ernest Bloch's work for viola and piano, "Suite Hébraïque," part of his "Jewish Cycle," premieres in Chicago
death
Ernest Bloch dies
Ernest Bloch, American swiss-born american composer, known for swiss-born american composer, died on 1959-07-15. Ernest Bloch was a Swiss-born American composer.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ernest Bloch born?
- Ernest Bloch was born on 1880-07-15 (American).
- What is Ernest Bloch known for?
- Swiss-born American composer
- What historical events involved Ernest Bloch?
- Ernest Bloch was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Ernest Bloch's work for viola and piano, "Suite Hébraïque," part of his "Jewish Cycle," premieres in Chicago, Ernest Bloch dies.
- When did Ernest Bloch die?
- Ernest Bloch died on 1959-01-01.