About
American ethnomusicologist known for transcribing traditional Native American and African American music.
Before Fame
She attended the National Conservatory of Music of America and studied in Europe with composer Ferruccio Busoni.
Trivia
She also composed her own original music while implanting Native American influences into her compositions.
Family Life
She was born in New York City, but lived some of her life in Paris, France.
Associated With
She was a personal friend of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt, who supported her work.
