Charles Ives

Charles Ives was an innovative composer of the 20th century and is considered the first major composer from America. His works, which includes piano music and orchestral pieces, were often based on American themes. Aside from composing, Ives also ran a successful insurance agency.

Music Education in the News: The Muzak Heart & Soul Foundation, through a program called Music MattersTM, has awarded a total of $84,000 in grants to help music education programs around the United States.

This Day in Music History: 1996 - Composer Otto Luening, one of the pioneers of electornic music, passed away in New York City.