John Christopher Moller (1755 – September 21, 1803) was one of the first
American composers
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, as well as one of the first music publishers in the United States.
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Biography
Moller was also an organist, concert manager, pianist, harpsichordist, and violinist. He was born in Germany and emigrated to
Philadelphia
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in 1790 after spending almost 10 years in England and some time in New York. In 1796, he returned to New York where he was a manager of New York City concerts as well as serving as organist for
Trinity Episcopal Church. He remained there for the rest of his life.
List of works
*''Philiapdelphia Sonata II in E major'' (Nabore Performing Edition-Orpheo Music Ltd.)
*''Meddley'' : with the most favorite airs and variations / composed by J. C. Moller Philadelphia : G. Willig's Musical Magazine, between 1795 and 1797
*''Rondo'' : third number / by I. C. Moller Philadelphia : G. Willig, between 1798 and 1804 â€
Score
Discography
*''Alexandre Reinagle, John Christopher Moller, James Hewitt – American Piano Music of the 18th century'' – William Grant Nabore by Doron Music
References
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1755 births
1803 deaths
American male composers
American composers
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