Stephen Foster
American composer and songwriter (1826–1864)
Died aged 37CancerUnited States
Biography
Stephen Collins Foster (July 4, 1826 – January 13, 1864), known as "the father of American music", was an American composer known primarily for his parlour and folk music during the Romantic period. Foster wrote more than 200 songs, including "Oh! Susanna", "Hard Times Come Again No More", "Camptown Races", "Old Folks at Home" ("Swanee River"), "My Old Kentucky Home", "Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair", "Old Black Joe", and "Beautiful Dreamer". Many of his compositions remain popular in the 21st century.
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Career highlights
Notable works
- Oh! Susanna
- Old Folks at Home
- Old Black Joe
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Jane McDowell Foster Wiley
- Children
- Marion Foster
- Siblings
- Morrison FosterAnne Eliza Foster Buchanan
Quick answers about Stephen Foster
- How old was Stephen Foster?
- Stephen Foster died on January 13, 1864 at the age of 37.
- When is Stephen Foster's birthday?
- Stephen Foster was born on July 4, 1826.
- Where was Stephen Foster born?
- Stephen Foster was born in Lawrenceville.
- What is Stephen Foster's zodiac sign?
- Stephen Foster's zodiac sign is Cancer.
- What is Stephen Foster's nationality?
- Stephen Foster is a citizen of United States.
- What does Stephen Foster do?
- Stephen Foster is known as songwriter, composer, poet, lyricist.
- Who has Stephen Foster been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Stephen Foster's spouse is or was Jane McDowell Foster Wiley.
- How many children did Stephen Foster have?
- Wikidata lists 1 child of Stephen Foster.
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